Orthodontist

Overview

Touro College of Dental Medicine invites applications for Orthodontic clinical faculty. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. The positions will remain open until filled. The Search Committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their clinical experience, research activity, academic teaching, and/or community service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Touro College and University System is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University and the College of Dental Medicine are dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Responsibilities

Directly reporting to the Director of Orthodontics, Touro College of Dental Medicines, Director of Clinical Education, and Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs, as required. They have the responsibility to/for:

Guide doctor/patient interaction

Aid in the continual review of student rosters.

In the case of clinical practices, arrive before the clinical start, and provide guidance and direction in the care of patients by monitoring student performance, treatment planning, and progress.

Model and advise students on professionalism and patient management techniques.

Assist in solving patient-related problems

Assist the Director in the review within their clinical practice, each student's performance related to:

Quality and quantity of clinical care.

Each student's practice and patient resources.

Each student's individual roster and group progress.

Student's ability to establish and reach patient treatment goals.

Determination of individual student needs and related time utilization.

Assuring accuracy of notes, charges, preparedness, professionalism, promptness, and their subsequent approval.

Discharging and transferring clinical responsibilities if needing to leave before the end of the clinical session.

Monitoring unapproved notes and treatments daily, weekly, and monthly.

Report instances of misconduct to the Director.

Maintaining calibration as determined by the Director of Orthodontics and the Director of Clinical Education, where applicable, as well as:

Ensuring clinical protocols are being followed in their clinical areas.

Infection Control Compliance

Complete reviews of student activity upon request.

Aid in the supervision of the Clinical Formative and Summative Examination Processes

As required, Attend periodic meetings with the Director of Orthodontics and clinical faculty meetings, including the Faculty Forum.

Membership, if appointed, on relevant Clinical Committees.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

Doctor of Dental Medicine required.

Doctor of Dental Surgery required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

General Administrative Duties required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook required

Strong attention to details required

Effectively manage and organize daily tasks independently and with a team while balancing multiple projects and meeting deadlines required

Accuracy and productivity in completing tasks required

Customer service and team orientated required

A high degree of interpersonal, diplomacy, judgement and discretion required

Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty and colleagues required

Overall business acumen, ethical decision making and relationship management skill. Required

Ability to solve complex problems and meet deadlines required

Exceptional analytical, problem solving skills, collaboration and matrix management skills required

Demonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal) required

Certifications/Licensures

CPR Certification required

NPI Number required

Dental License Registration required

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree is required.

Completion of residency with an accredited orthodontic program is required. Orthodontist experience is required.

An active dental license in NY is required. Board certification is strongly preferred.

Physical Demands

Extensive sitting and standing

This position requires compliance with the NYMC campus Vaccine Mandate policy.

Maximum Salary

USD $51,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $40,800.00/Yr.

Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

Full range of Health Plans

Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan

Dependent Care and Transit Programs

Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term disability programs

Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)

Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children

Employee Assistance Program

Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)

Generous Paid Time Off

Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday

Annual Holiday Schedule

All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.

Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

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Job Locations US-NY-Hawthorne

ID 2025-12371

College TUNY - College of Dental Medicine

Position Type Part-Time

Schedule Shift Varies

Hours Per Week 19

Travel None

Category Faculty/Academic

FLSA Status Exempt

Location : Country US