Job Description

Associate Dean For Patient Care and Clinical Education

Posting Number: A00797
Campus:
Department: 1901-College of Dental Medicine

Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale
Minimum: $35,000.00
Maximum $38,943.33

Job Summary

The Associate Dean for Patient Care and Clinical Education ( ADPCCE ) will be an integral member of the leadership team of the College of Dental Medicine ( CDM ), developing and maintaining clinical education programs that fulfill the vision and mission of the College. The ADPCCE will have the overall responsibility for the patient’s oral health care experience and for the dental student’s clinical educational experience. The ADPCCE serves as a Chief Clinical Officer on behalf of the Dean, and combines an array of clinic management and operations expertise, problem solving skills, human resources experience, and patient care knowledge; as well as the vision to advance the strategic goals of the CDM Leadership for the College. Additionally, the ADPCCE serves as the Dean’s liaison to central administration as it relates to clinical operations, patient privacy, and infection prevention and control. Success on our team will require excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and a desire to create a collaborative environment that fosters transparency, collegiality, and diverse viewpoints. This is a full-time position in conjunction with a faculty appointment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individual must possess these skills, abilities and knowledge or be able to explain and

demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or

without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

1. Recognized knowledge and experience in area of expertise.

2. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups, both in writing and verbally.

3. Ability to interact in an effective and positive manner with individuals of diverse backgrounds, including administration, faculty, students, staff, and outside contacts.

4. Ability to effectively conduct detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.

5. Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities in an academic environment.

Required Qualifications

· Must hold a D.D.S. /D.M.D. degree from an institution accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association and licensure or eligibility for licensure by credentials in the state of California. Specialists must have completed a CODA -accredited graduate program and be eligible for/or Board Certified.

The successful candidate must document and/or demonstrate: A strong record of teaching, scholarly activity and substantial and sequential administrative experience in an academic setting; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; accreditation experience and knowledge of curriculum planning and outcomes assessment; experience in fiscal responsibility, budget management, and strategic planning; demonstrated ability to foster teamwork, delegate authority and ensure accountability; demonstrated ability to be a positive, supportive role model for students; the ability to develop and lead a patient-centered student dental practice; and value the importance and impact of community-based dental education as an integral component of the overall curriculum.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree such as an MBA or MHA preferred.

Posting Date: 03/11/2025
Closing Date:

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