ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE CLINICAL PROFESSOR of Acute Care/UMKC School of Dentistry/Restorative Clinical Services

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY

Restorative Clinical Sciences

The UMKC School of Dentistry is Missouri's only public dental school and a primary oral health workforce pipeline for the region, with alumni comprising roughly half of all practicing dentists in the state. Serving Missouri, Kansas, and surrounding states, the School offers comprehensive predoctoral education alongside advanced education residency programs in General Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, and Endodontics. https://dentistry.umkc.edu/ https://dentistry.umkc.edu/about-us/

Position Summary

The UMKC - School of Dentistry seeks a motivated and patient-centered dentist to join its Acute Care Clinic faculty. This position is responsible for providing clinical supervision and instruction to predoctoral dental students in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and management of patients presenting with dental pain, infection, trauma, and other urgent oral health concerns.

The Acute Care Clinic serves as the primary entry point for patients requiring urgent dental evaluation and works closely with the Predoctoral Endodontics and Oral Surgery programs. Faculty in this role will guide students through the triage process, facilitate comprehensive diagnostic assessments, and ensure patients receive appropriate emergency treatment or referral to specialty services when indicated.

The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded general dentist with strong diagnostic skills and experience managing a broad range of acute dental conditions. Additional expertise or clinical experience in endodontics and/or oral surgery is highly desirable.

Essential Responsibilities

• Clinical Education and Supervision
  • Supervise and mentor predoctoral dental students in the evaluation and management of patients presenting with urgent and emergent dental conditions.
  • Provide chairside instruction in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.
  • Review and approve student-generated treatment plans and clinical documentation.
  • Evaluate student performance and provide timely formative and summative feedback.
  • Promote evidence-based patient care and adherence to established clinical protocols.
• Patient Care and Triage
  • Oversee the triage and assessment of patients presenting with dental pain, swelling, infection, trauma, postoperative complications, and other urgent oral health concerns.
  • Guide students in obtaining appropriate medical and dental histories, performing clinical examinations, and interpreting diagnostic imaging.
  • Assist in determining the urgency of treatment needs and coordinating referrals to specialty departments when appropriate.
  • Ensure timely and appropriate management of acute dental conditions while maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality care.
  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to optimize patient flow and clinic efficiency.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Work closely with Predoctoral Endodontics and Oral Surgery faculty to coordinate care for patients requiring specialty treatment.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions and treatment planning.
  • Facilitate smooth transitions of care between acute care, specialty, and comprehensive care clinics.
• Academic and Administrative Responsibilities
  • Participate in faculty meetings, committee assignments, and school governance activities.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and educational initiatives related to acute dental care.
  • Support quality assurance, accreditation, and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Engage in professional development and scholarly activities consistent with faculty rank and institutional expectations.

Required Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from a CODA-accredited dental school or equivalent.
• Eligibility for dental licensure in the state of Missouri.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in comprehensive general dentistry.
• Strong diagnostic and treatment planning skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant experience managing dental emergencies and urgent care patients.
• Advanced training or substantial clinical experience in endodontics, oral surgery, or both.
• Prior teaching or clinical supervision experience in an academic setting.

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and evidence of success in externally funded research. This is a 12-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) faculty appointment eligible for ranked promotion.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, tuition discounts at all 4 UM System campuses for full-time employees and qualifying dependents, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Our academic workloads and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions / Prospective Employees (Job Opening ID 60221).

Please complete the application and accompanying questions. Application materials to submit:

• personal letter of interest which provides qualifications and applicable experience to guide students and patients through clinical experiences which present urgent and emergent dental conditions
• current curriculum vitae, and
• a list of professional references with contact information

Please combine all into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

• If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .
• For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number 60221 and name of the position.
• Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235-1323.

Higher education transcripts will be required for candidates advancing as finalists. Candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted. A Criminal Background Check is required for hire.

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is hired.

Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidates currently in the United States in H-1B status or other work-authorized status.

UMKC is a public, urban, Carnegie R1 research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality of life. https://www.umkc.edu/

A City on the Rise: Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The university is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both the Volker and Health Sciences campuses. Our community boasts championship professional athletic teams, NASCAR racing, a new international airport, and a rich history of music and performing arts. Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking trails and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts all within an easy drive.

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.