"Assistant Professor of Clinical FCM (DDS/DMD) SMS-3463 - Adams County"

This position will provide dental care services to patients of the Center for Family Medicine's FQHC's programs. In addition, the incumbent will work closely with the Dental Director to coordinate training experiences for dental students and other learners.

I. TEACHING (10%)
A. Develop and facilitate core curriculum conferences for the FCM residency program on the integration of oral health and primary care.
B. Serve as a mentor for dental students and residents who rotate through the Quincy or Pike County site.
C. Supervise dental students in the provision of care to patients.

II. RESEARCH/ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES (5%)
A. Attend professional meetings in field to keep abreast of new developments and treatments.

III. SERVICE (80%)
A. Provide direct dental services to patients of the SIU CFM dental clinics in Adams and Pike Counties.
B. Supervise dental hygienist and dental assistants in the provision of dental care to patients.
C. Demonstrates, by actions, commitment to the mission and the behavioral standards of SIU School of Medicine. Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers through collaboration and partnership; compassion and respect; integrity and accountability; diversity and inclusion; as well as continuous learning and improvement.

IV. ADMINISTRATION (5%)
A. Maintain effective relationships with community providers in sites where dental care is provided to enhance services and outcomes for patients, ensuring coordination of care with community resources.
B. Ensure compliance with all regulatory entities' standards; ensure quality patient care and appropriate provider productivity.
C. Serve as member of the Management Team and the Continuous Quality Improvement Committee.
D. Attend faculty meetings and core conferences as requested.

Qualifications:
a. Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority and low income populations.
b. Doctorate of Dental Surgery or Doctorate of Dental Medicine or in the pursuit of such.
c. Licensed/License Eligible to Practice Dentistry in the State of Illinois