Endodontist (part time) - School of Dental Medicine

JOB SUMMARY: The Endodontist will specialize in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of any damage and/or injury to the tooth pulp, as well as, the tissue and nerves within and surrounding the root of a tooth that have become damaged or infected due to some type of bacteria. Part time position - up to 20 hours/week.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assume quality of care for patients with endodontic problems while adhering to the highest standard of dental practice ethics and professionalism;
• Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases of dental pulps and periapical tissues of teeth;
• Evaluates findings and prescribes method of treatment to prevent loss of teeth and to restore teeth to function;
• Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting vitality of teeth: Examines teeth, gums, and related tissues to determine condition, using dental instruments, X-Ray, and other diagnostic equipment;
• Diagnoses condition and plans treatment;
• Treats exposure of pulp by pulp capping or removal of pulp from pulp chamber and root canal, using dental instruments;
• Performs partial or total removal of pulp, using surgical instruments;
• Treats infected root canal and related tissues, and fills pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials;
• Faculty member will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes;
• Faculty member will contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction;
• Faculty member will participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience;
• Faculty member will commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach;
• Removes pathologic tissue at apex of tooth, surgically;
• Reinserts teeth that have been knocked out of mouth by accident; and
• Be able to accept other duties assigned/needed.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Computer experience in the dental or other related field to allow for axiUm computer program entry;
• Knowledge of Patient Relations and Scheduling;
• Knowledge of ADA Coding;
• Compliance with State and Federal Regulations and Safety Protocols, at the practice level;
• Knowledge of patient’s privacy (HIPAA) and student privacy (FERPA);
• Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines; Protect equipment (office, dental, facility);
• Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suite [i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel] and accurate data entry skills;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Must be accurate and attentive to detail;
• Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System;
• Maintaining an established work schedule;
• Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy;
• Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;
• Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
• The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;
• The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM;
• The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner;
• The Endodontist will be supervising dental students in the LECOM Dental Group Practice on a by appointment basis; and
• Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the practice needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience equivalent to: The successful candidate will be a licensed DMD or DDS. Must have or have the capability to get a Pennsylvania dental license.  Must have successfully completed an advanced education program in endodontics accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the ADA.