Department Chair of Dentistry and General Practice Residency Program Director
About The Position
Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC) seeks a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Dentistry and Director of our General Practice Residency (GPR) Program . This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of dental education and patient care in a thriving academic medical center. About the GPR Program: Our one-year GPR program welcomes five residents annually, offering a robust and diverse clinical experience. Unlike programs focused solely on emergencies, our residents provide comprehensive patient care at the Jane Booker Family Health Center, conveniently located near the hospital. Residents benefit from: Collaboration with a diverse team of dental specialists. Tailored training to address individual areas of interest and growth. Experience with operating room procedures under general anesthesia. Opportunities to schedule patients with specialists in all areas of dentistry.
Requirements
- DDS/DMD degree and eligibility for New Jersey licensure.
- Completion of an accredited GPR program.
- Minimum two years of post-GPR experience.
- Demonstrated leadership experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CODA accreditation.
- Interest in special needs patients, implant restorative dentistry, clinical research, and operating room experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee resident recruitment, training, and evaluation.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to faculty and residents.
- Provide direct patient care (minimum half-day per week) and ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based dental care.
- Manage the departmental budget, develop business plans, and lead quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain CODA accreditation for the GPR program.
- Actively participate in medical and dental staff activities, including credentialing, education, resource management, and quality improvement.
- Collaborate effectively with the CMO, hospital President, referring providers, and other departments.
Benefits
- health
- dental
- vision
- tuition reimbursement
- retirement benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
