Open Rank Dentistry Faculty, DCG- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
About the role
The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS), in the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, seeks a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor.
Responsibilities
Teaching - 60% Deliver didactic instruction in predoctoral, postdoctoral, and/or residency training programs. Supervise and mentor residents, and predoctoral students, in clinical and surgical settings. Serve as course director or co-director, when assigned. Develop, update, and assess course materials, syllabi, and educational content as needed when course director. Provide feedback for residents and predoctoral students, contribute to grading and evaluations. Participate in recruitment, interviewing, and selection of residents. Support continuing education programs and professional development offerings.
Research/Scholarship - 10% Complete CITI training, IRB training and obtaining IRB online access. Engage in clinical, translational, or basic science research relevant to OMFS. Publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals, textbooks, or professional publications. Mentor students and residents in research design, execution, and dissemination.
Service - 5% Serve on departmental, college (DCG), university (AU), hospital, or health system committees as appointed or elected. Participate in faculty governance through committee work, task forces, and advisory groups. Maintain active membership and participation in relevant professional organizations (e.g., AAOMS, specialty boards). Complete and maintain required continuing education (CE) credits for professional licensure and hospital privileges. Fulfill all CE and credentialing requirements mandated by the department, DCG, AU, Wellstar and affiliated clinical institutions. Maintain current state dental and/or medical licensure, board certification/eligibility, and applicable permits (e.g., sedation/general anesthesia).
Clinical/Patient Care - 25% Obtain AUDA credentialing and privileging for AUDA Practice Group eligibility. Maintain hospital credentialing and privileges to participate in on-call coverage schedules as required. Provide comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgical care in outpatient and/or hospital settings while teaching with predoctoral or resident learners present. Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations related to patient care and safety. Participate in clinical quality assurance, peer review, and morbidity and mortality conferences.
Qualifications
Graduate of a DDS or DMD program from an ADA-accredited dental school.
Successful Completion of a CODA-accredited Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program.
Possession of an active, unrestricted Georgia dental license.
Must have American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon board or be board eligible.
Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration Active anesthesia/sedation permit as required by state and institutional guidelines.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Demonstrated knowledge, training, and clinical competency in the comprehensive scope of contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial surgical procedures, with the ability to independently provide high-quality patient care.
Skills
Ability to provide comprehensive surgical care and sound clinical judgment.
Ability to effectively teach and mentor learners.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
Ability to maintain compliance with policies and standards.
Ability to manage time and adapt to evolving practices.
Advanced clinical, surgical, and teaching skills, including the ability to perform complex procedures, effectively supervise and instruct learners, and communicate clearly with patients and colleagues.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Pay and Schedule
This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.
Assistant Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
Associate Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.