Department: University Health Services
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: Dependent on position and commensurate with experience
Compensation Band: Relief Dentist OH-OA11-Fiscal Year 2023-2024, Relief Physician OH-OA13-Fiscal Year 2023-2024
FTE: .3

Application Review Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and screening of applications will take place as relief coverage opportunities become available.

Complete applications must include a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references.

Department Summary

University Health Services (UHS) is a unit within the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management and is a nationally accredited (AAAHC) outpatient clinic providing primary care to students at the University of Oregon. All staff are required to uphold the values of the UHS.

This position works in support of the University Health Services mission and vision and is consistent with UO policy. Some aspects of this position may be completed in collaboration with other University departments.

Position Summary

Relief Dentist:
The purpose of this position is to serve as the Relief Dentist for the UHC Dental Health Clinic, in the absence of the university dentist.
• The Relief Dentist provides preventive and restorative dental services, patient education, and dental treatment in support of the UHC and the Dental Clinic.
• The Relief Dentist provides clinical leadership to the staff of the Dental Clinic.
• The Relief Dentist assists the Dental Clinic manager in the overall promotion of the Dental Clinic to the UHC and to the university student population through a variety of methods which may include contributions to Health Promotion, the Health Center patient information website, and in-service training.
• The Relief Dentist participates in strategic planning for the development and presentation of new and/or modified dental services within the existing building space and planning for new facilities in support of the UHC mission.
• The Relief Dentist provides leadership to the entire dental clinic team with regard to current preventive dental information and dental treatments, including procedures, products, and changes in the Oregon Dental Practice Act.

The position will supervise the clinical delivery of treatment to patients. They will not be responsible for the day-to-day business operation, scheduling or management of staff.

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Dental Services.

Relief Physician:
The purpose of this position is to evaluate, diagnose, treat, and/or prescribe health care and treatment for University of Oregon students independently or in conjunction with other Health Center physicians. Decisions on health care assessment and follow-up treatment of patients affect the well-being and life of the student/patient.

This position reports to the Medical Director; works with the Administrator on administrative situations; and collaborates with the Medical and Nursing staff and ancillary services of the health center.

These positions require successful completion of a criminal background check and routine screening of Medicaid and Medicare Exclusion Lists. Employee loses eligibility for employment if on the List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) and/or System of Award Management (SAM). In addition, employees must follow Compliance with UHS policies regarding tuberculosis screening, measles and mumps (MMR), seasonal flu, hepatitis B, and other immunization requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Dentist:
• Graduate of an accredited dental school.
• Current licensure to practice general dentistry by the Oregon Board of Dentistry, or ability to obtain by the agreed-upon start date of employment.
• Valid Drug Enforcement Administration certification for prescription of controlled substances, or ability to obtain by the agreed upon start date of employment.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification, or ability to obtain by the agreed upon start date of employment.

Physician:
• Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school.
• M.D. or D.O. licensure by the Oregon Medical Board, or ability to obtain the licensure by the agreed-upon start date of employment.
• Maintains ABMS-approved board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
• Ability and experience in practicing a broad scope of primary care medicine and/or emergency medicine.
• Experience in ambulatory care outpatient medicine and/or emergency medicine.
• Valid Drug Enforcement Administration certification for prescription of controlled substances, or ability to obtain by the first day of employment.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification, or the ability to obtain by the first day of employment.

Professional Competencies

• Experience with and/or commitment to working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Dentist:
• Experience working with international students.
• Experience with Eaglesoft Dental Software.
• Experience working in college health.

Physician:
• Experience working with international students.
• Administrative or leadership experience.
• Three years of experience in primary care or emergency medicine.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

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