Clinical Director of Dental Medicine

The Clinical Director of Dental Medicine provides strategic and operational leadership for the clinical enterprise of LMU College of Dental Medicine. This individual is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care and overseeing the day-to-day operations, compliance, and effectiveness of the clinical education environment. The Clinical Director works closely with faculty, staff, and students to maintain excellence in clinical teaching and patient care while supporting the mission of serving rural and underserved populations. Required Qualifications DDS / DMD degree from a CODA -accredited institution. Active dental license or eligibility for licensure in the state of Tennessee. Minimum of 10 years of experience in dental clinical practice and/or academic clinical administration. Demonstrated leadership and management experience in a clinical setting. Knowledge of accreditation standards, clinical compliance, and quality improvement processes Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in an academic dental institution. Experience with clinical EHR systems Experience with faculty calibration, student remediation, or clinic design Physical Demands Campus Campus LMU Tower Job Duty Job Duty Key Responsibilities: Clinical Operations & Patient Care Job Duty Working with and mentoring students on the clinic floor with patient care. Job Duty Oversee daily operations of dental clinics, ensuring efficient, safe, and ethical delivery of care. Job Duty Monitor clinical workflows, chair utilization, and scheduling systems to optimize patient access and student experiences. Job Duty Ensure all clinical policies and procedures comply with CODA standards, HIPAA , OSHA , and institutional regulations Job Duty Collaborate with the Infection Control Officer and Facilities Team to maintain a safe and aseptic clinical environment. Job Duty Clinical Education & Faculty Mentorship Job Duty Provide leadership in calibration and development of clinical faculty to ensure consistency in teaching and assessment. Job Duty Mentor clinical faculty in becoming effective team leaders in clinical care and in guiding students on the clinic floor Job Duty Support the design and implementation of clinical competencies, milestones, and evaluations in coordination with academic leadership Job Duty Monitor student progress and clinical productivity; participate in student remediation and disciplinary processes as needed Job Duty Serve as a resource and mentor for faculty and students regarding clinical decision-making and professional development. Job Duty Administration & Strategic Planning Job Duty Participate in strategic planning and budgeting for clinical services, facilities expansion, and equipment upgrades. Job Duty Support recruitment and onboarding of clinical faculty and staff. Job Duty Collaborate with the EHR and data analytics teams to improve reporting, outcomes tracking, and quality assurance Job Duty Lead initiatives that support interprofessional education and integrated care. Job Duty Community Engagement & Outreach Job Duty Foster partnerships with external clinical sites and community partners to support off-site rotations and community-based experiences as needed Job Duty Represent LMU - CDM in public health initiatives and oral healthcare advocacy at the local and state level. Posting Number Posting Number S04771P Job Open Date Job Open Date 09/25/2025 Job Close Date Job Close Date 11/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . AA/EEO Statement Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). #J-18808-Ljbffr Lincoln Memorial University