Dentist

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry:
Enhancing health through education, service, advocacy, research, and discovery.

Vision:
As a global leader in integrated health, we drive innovation through groundbreaking research and transformative education, preparing future-ready leaders to deliver equitable, exceptional care and advance the dental profession.

Core Values:

• Compassion:
  We approach each interaction with collegiality, empathy, and professionalism, recognizing the unique contributions of each individual.
• Leadership:
  We empower each person to lead and contribute to our shared goals.
• Excellence:
  We uphold high standards and drive progress in healthcare.
• Responsibility:
  We promote integrity, professionalism, and accountability to ensure ethical decision-making.
• Trust:
  We commit to an honest, transparent environment that fosters healthy relationships.
• Creativity:
  We approach problems with bold thinking by crafting innovative solutions that benefit our community.
• Belonging:
  We embrace and celebrate our diverse community by fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging.

The University of Michigan School of Dentistry , founded in 1875 in Ann Arbor, is a top-ranked, world-renowned institution for dental education, research, and clinical care. It consistently ranks among the top dental schools globally, offering DDS, dental hygiene, and advanced graduate programs, including a unique program for internationally trained dentists.

The Staff Dentist will provide high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals presenting with urgent and emergent dental needs. This includes conducting screening visits, reviewing medical and dental histories, identifying chief complaints, and establishing patient goals for care. The dentist will evaluate oral health status, order and interpret radiographs or imaging as appropriate, and determine the level of care required. They will also discuss treatment options with patients and ensure referrals to the appropriate specialty or general clinic for continued care and follow-up.

In addition, the Staff Dentist will deliver and supervise a full scope of emergency and general dental procedures such as diagnosis and management of acute pain and infection, emergency pulpectomies, pulp capping, extractions (simple and surgical), management of dentoalveolar trauma, and the repair or recementation of restorations. The role also includes providing real-time clinical supervision, instruction, and mentorship to D3 and D4 students, maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic health record, and collaborating with faculty and staff to implement best practices.

Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and Infection Control standards, as well as clear and empathic communication with patients, students, and colleagues, are essential to success in this role.

• Minimum of a DDS
• Current license to practice dentistry in the State of Michigan
• BLS Certification
• Demonstrated competency in general dentistry, with an emphasis on emergency procedures
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to patient care, education, and teamwork in a diverse academic setting

• Experience in an emergency dental clinic, hospital-based dentistry, or academic setting
• Prior experience mentoring or teaching predoctoral dental students
• Familiarity with electronic dental records completion
• Completion of a GPR or AEGD program

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