Open Rank - General Dentist for Dental Medicine

Open Rank - General Dentist for Dental Medicine The University of New Mexico is seeking faculty at the Open Rank level in the Open Track to join the Department of Dental Medicine, Division of Dental Services. The Department of Dental Medicine has a primary mission of delivering education and a full spectrum of clinical care. The Department of Dental Medicine at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque is looking for a full-time General Dentist to provide and oversee direct dental diagnosis, treatment, procedures, and care in a public health setting. The ideal candidate should be comfortable providing general dentistry for adults and children. The dentist should have current experience with general dentistry including routine and uncomplicated surgical extractions. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience working with and supervising dental residents. This is an open track open rank position which affords applicants the opportunity to enter as an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor and educator who is primarily engaged in clinical care with residents. The successful applicant will join an interdisciplinary team of faculty providing the delivery of education, surgical services, clinical care, and research. Responsibilities Provide direct clinical care for adults and children. Perform surgical and third molar extractions appropriate for a general dentist. Work in the dental clinic and/or operating room setting. Provide resident didactic and clinical training. Opportunities Beautiful and modern clinic. Clinic has an attached Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). Attend in the operating room and ASC. Opportunity to work collaboratively with other specialties in a hospital-based setting. Competitive salary. Great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans. Beautiful living areas around Albuquerque within 20 minutes of the clinic. Gorgeous sunsets and spacious mountain views. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery or Dental Medicine. At least one year of directly related experience completing dental extractions. Licensure or ability to obtain licensure from the New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care. Preferred Qualifications Experience in the practice of the full scope general dentistry. Experience working with dental residents. Demonstrated skills for implants and complicated surgical extractions at the higher level of general dentists. Some experience with hospital dentistry. Niche interest or experience in general dentistry – implants, surgery, restoration, special needs, etc. Completion of an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program or equivalent from a Commission on Dental Accreditation institution. Demonstrated commitment to cultivating an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities. Benefits The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through tuition remission and dependent education programs. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of New Mexico