Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Partnership
Faculty Practice Director
Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Partnership, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry is seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Dentist to serve as the Director of the University Dental Practice (UDP). This full-time faculty position involves providing comprehensive dental care within the College’s faculty practice while leading and managing the operations of the UDP. The Director will collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure excellence in patient care, support the school’s mission, and promote a patient-centered environment that reflects the highest standards of professionalism and service. This role includes a non-tenured faculty appointment (rank commensurate with experience) and offers opportunities for involvement in teaching, mentorship, clinical research, and academic service.
Responsibilities Clinical Care and Leadership:
Provide comprehensive general dentistry services to patients within the University Dental Practice.
Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of the UDP, ensuring efficient, high-quality patient care.
Lead initiatives to improve patient satisfaction, practice growth, and financial sustainability.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to other faculty and staff in the practice.
Administrative and Strategic Management:
Collaborate with School leadership on budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and strategic planning.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, university, and accreditation standards related to clinical care.
Maintain up-to-date policies and procedures that support best practices in infection control, HIPAA compliance, and patient safety.
Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to enhance the visibility and reputation of the UDP.
Academic and Faculty Responsibilities:
Engage in teaching predoctoral students and/or postdoctoral AEGD residents, as appropriate.
Contribute to faculty meetings, curriculum development, and academic committees.
Participate in scholarly activities, continuing education, and professional development.
Represents the UDP within the School of Dentistry and to external partners.
Preferred:
Completion of an AEGD or GPR residency program.
Experience in academic or dental school faculty practice settings.
Prior experience in administrative leadership roles.
Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR) and dental practice management systems.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Qualifications EDUCATION:
DS or DMD degree from a CODA-accredited dental school.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical general dentistry. Demonstrated experience in dental practice operations, leadership, or healthcare management.
LICENSES:
Current licensure (or eligibility for licensure) to practice dentistry in the state of Tennessee.
Interested applicants should submit the following:
Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
Contact information for three professional references.
Job Info
Job Identification 3888
Job Category Faculty
Posting Date 07/14/2025, 03:43 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38163, US
EEO/AA STATEMENT / NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the (EEO). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the EEO office.
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Responsibilities Clinical Care and Leadership:
Provide comprehensive general dentistry services to patients within the University Dental Practice.
Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of the UDP, ensuring efficient, high-quality patient care.
Lead initiatives to improve patient satisfaction, practice growth, and financial sustainability.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to other faculty and staff in the practice.
Administrative and Strategic Management:
Collaborate with School leadership on budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and strategic planning.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, university, and accreditation standards related to clinical care.
Maintain up-to-date policies and procedures that support best practices in infection control, HIPAA compliance, and patient safety.
Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to enhance the visibility and reputation of the UDP.
Academic and Faculty Responsibilities:
Engage in teaching predoctoral students and/or postdoctoral AEGD residents, as appropriate.
Contribute to faculty meetings, curriculum development, and academic committees.
Participate in scholarly activities, continuing education, and professional development.
Represents the UDP within the School of Dentistry and to external partners.
Preferred:
Completion of an AEGD or GPR residency program.
Experience in academic or dental school faculty practice settings.
Prior experience in administrative leadership roles.
Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR) and dental practice management systems.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Qualifications EDUCATION:
DS or DMD degree from a CODA-accredited dental school.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical general dentistry. Demonstrated experience in dental practice operations, leadership, or healthcare management.
LICENSES:
Current licensure (or eligibility for licensure) to practice dentistry in the state of Tennessee.
Interested applicants should submit the following:
Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
Contact information for three professional references.
Job Info
Job Identification 3888
Job Category Faculty
Posting Date 07/14/2025, 03:43 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38163, US
EEO/AA STATEMENT / NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the (EEO). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the EEO office.
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