General Practice Dentistry Preceptor (full time)
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General Practice Dentistry Preceptor (full time)
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8/7/2026
LECOM Bradenton Dental School
4800 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard
Bradenton
FL
United States of America
Education
Full-time
Description
JOB SUMMARY : The General Practice Dentistry Preceptor is responsible
for providing their students with training in diagnosis, treatment planning,
sequencing and the actual treatment of their assigned patients.
CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must be able to advise the students when consultations in the various
specialties of dentistry are needed;
Must be able to follow LECOM SDM Standardization manual and clinic manual;
Responsible for supervising dental students in the LECOM Dental Group
Practices;
Must possess excellent communication and patient interpersonal skills to
be able to instruct dental students to select, obtain and interpret
patient data for the comprehensive assessment of a diverse patient
population;
Must be able to provide dental students with basic clinical training in
the following disciplines of general dentistry: Oral Diagnosis, Oral and
Maxillofacial surgery, Endodontics, Periodontics, Operative Dentistry,
Fixed Prosthodontics, Removable Prosthodontics, Pediatrics, Orthodontics
and Geriatrics;
Attend meetings approved by SDM that require advancement of your
profession;
Must be responsible and accountable to supervise and manage a 10-15 chair
patient practice area;
Must work in conjunction with the faculty & students to maintain patient
flow;
Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant
Dean of Clinical Education and/or other management personnel;
Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student
instruction and practice development;
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;
and
Accept other duties needed/assigned for the practice needs.
EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
Minimum Requirements
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 / student privacy (i.e. HIPAA, FERPA…etc.);
Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines; Protect equipment (office,
dental, facility);
Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy
(MS Office Suit 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;
Must have great skills in diagnosis and treatment planning in general
dentistry;
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;
Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the
practice needs;
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; and
The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a
respectful and cooperative manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education and experience equivalent to: General dentist with a D.D.S. or
D.M.D. degree from a U.S. dental school required; teaching experience in
dental academia preferred. Five (5) years or more of experience practicing
general dentistry required. Advanced training in a hospital-based dental
general practice residency (GPR) program or a dental school-based advanced
education in general dentistry (AEGD)residency preferred. The successful
candidate must have a current Florida dental license or be able to get a
Florida dental teaching permit.
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The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine offers challenging, enjoyable,
and rewarding positions as faculty and staff at our campuses in Erie and
Greensburg, Pennsylvania; Elmira, New York; and Bradenton, Florida.
Each employee contributes directly to LECOM's growth and success and takes
pride in being a member of the LECOM family. Employees embrace the osteopathic
principles of compassionate and caring primary health care and serve as
professional role models for LECOM students.
We are very excited to welcome you to our vibrant and engaging work culture,
where you can grow, develop, and share your talents. We look forward to your
personal contribution to LECOM's mission of excellence in education, research,
clinical care, and community service. You will find that we provide a highly
productive and energetic workplace, with unlimited opportunities for personal
satisfaction and career advancement. We are confident that you will agree that
LECOM is a great place to work!
LECOM offers competitive wages and benefits. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
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