What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct As-Needed Dentist-Vermillion position at The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law?
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Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Adjunct As-Needed Dentist-Vermillion Posting Number T00250P Department USD-Dental Hygiene Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The University of South Dakota, the state’s flagship university, is now accepting applications for a part-time adjunct as-needed dentist position in the Department of Dental Hygiene. The position is in the School of Health Sciences which houses a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene program.
This position is for one day per week, located in Vermillion, South Dakota with the potential for additional days at our Sioux Falls clinic based on the needs and for backup faculty coverage for both planned and unplanned faculty absences.
As a dentist for the Department of Dental Hygiene, School of Health Sciences you will oversee the delivery of care to patients in our dental hygiene clinics by teaching and directing dental hygiene students in the comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, treatment and management of patients.
The person in this role must be proficient at providing general practice level procedures for all patient populations. This person should be able to assess and manage dental emergencies. This position will have the possibility of providing direct patient care.
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USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
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Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Adjunct As-Needed Dentist-Vermillion Posting Number T00250P Department USD-Dental Hygiene Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The University of South Dakota, the state’s flagship university, is now accepting applications for a part-time adjunct as-needed dentist position in the Department of Dental Hygiene. The position is in the School of Health Sciences which houses a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene program.
This position is for one day per week, located in Vermillion, South Dakota with the potential for additional days at our Sioux Falls clinic based on the needs and for backup faculty coverage for both planned and unplanned faculty absences.
As a dentist for the Department of Dental Hygiene, School of Health Sciences you will oversee the delivery of care to patients in our dental hygiene clinics by teaching and directing dental hygiene students in the comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, treatment and management of patients.
The person in this role must be proficient at providing general practice level procedures for all patient populations. This person should be able to assess and manage dental emergencies. This position will have the possibility of providing direct patient care.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and instruct dental hygiene students in the care of patients at our Vermillion Clinic
- Assist dental hygiene students as they generate comprehensive treatment and prevention/management plans for their patients; ensure the treatment plans are comprehensively developed, appropriately adapted to the patients needs, and correctly sequenced to manage patient oral health needs
- Support dental hygiene faculty in providing instruction and oversight to students
- Work with staff, students and patients to ensure patients receive high-quality care, and students receive a clinical education that meets the standards of the Department of Dental Hygiene
- Support all clinical policies and procedures of the University of South Dakota, School of Health Sciences, Department of Dental Hygiene
- Attend department meetings to stay current with the Department of Dental Hygiene policies, teaching methods, and best practices.
- Additional responsibilities may include committee assignments and service
Required:
- DDS, DMD or equivalent degree
- License to practice dentistry in South Dakota, or eligible for licensure
- In good standing with the State of South Dakota Board of Dentistry
- 3 or more years of experiences in the practice of general dentistry
- Experience in clinical or preclinical teaching
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Describe any of the conditions selected
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Other
- Reference List
