Staff 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

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.
  

Job Summary

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.

Required Qualifications*

• 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

Desired Qualifications*

• 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

Why Work at Michigan?

The School of Dentistry is consistently ranked as the #1 dental school in the United States and the world. We embrace diversity in many forms and champion diversity of thought and culture. Our Mission, core values, and additional information about our school can be found on our website. The University of Michigan also offers comprehensive benefits to help you stay well and to support you as you plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous paid time off for vacations, holidays, sick time, season days, and paid parental leave.
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after the first year of employment.
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Work-life programs to strengthen a workplace culture that supports personal and family life, including child care, elder care, lactation resources, and mental and emotional health services.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Locations

This position is for the School of Dentistry located at 1011 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor, MI.

Additional Information

We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for everyone. As part of the onboarding process, all candidates are required to submit their immunization records to Occupational Health Services (OHS) prior to their appointment start date to verify their immunization status. The process includes completing a two-step TB test for all new hires and providing proof of Hepatitis B immunization for clinic-facing roles. Additional immunizations may be necessary based on public health guidance or specific job responsibilities.

This is a prorated 60% FTE appointment with a salary range of $52,800-$63,00.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.