Assistant Professor- Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and defects of the oral and maxillofacial region.
• Perform surgical procedures including: Tooth extractions (including impacted wisdom teeth), reconstructive jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery), facial trauma repair, cleft lip and palate correction, removal of tumors and cysts.
• Administer anesthesia and manage pain before, during, and after procedures.
• Collaborate with orthodontists, prosthodontists, and oncologists for integrated treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, risks, and post-operative care.
• Maintain detailed patient records and stay current with advancements in surgical techniques and technologies.

Skill and Competencies

• Exceptional surgical and diagnostic skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and make critical decisions.
• Career-oriented and compassionate approach to patient care.

Requirements

• Completion of a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS).
• Licensure to practice in the relevant state or region.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.

Skills

• Exceptional surgical and diagnostic skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and make critical decisions.
• Career-oriented and compassionate approach to patient care.

Benefits

Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees, including:

• Holidays – Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays.
• Health Insurance – Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA).
• Tuition Benefits – Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
• Retirement Plans – Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).
• Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
• Wellness Programs – PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity.

Schedule

Work week is 37.5 hrs.

Location

MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine