General Practice Residency Program Director

Overview

The University of Utah School of Dentistry (UUSOD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Practice Residency (GPR) Program Director to lead and grow our hospital-based residency program. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the program meets and exceeds CODA accreditation standards, while educating and mentoring an exceptionally talented group of residents in the management of medically and dentally complex patients.

The position is full-time (1.0 FTE) in the career-line clinical track. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with education and experience. The role requires participation in after-hours call coverage and reports directly to the Assistant Dean for Advanced Dental Education Programs.

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the GPR program, ensuring compliance with Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards and University policies.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of faculty supporting the GPR program.
• Manage and evaluate GPR faculty performance and foster a collaborative, high-performing educational environment.
• Deliver didactic and clinical instruction to residents, emphasizing evidence-based care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Supervise residents in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including the University of Utah Hospital and UUSOD community health clinics.
• Collaborate closely with departments such as ENT, Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, and other surgical and medical specialties to coordinate comprehensive patient care and interprofessional education.
• Participate in hospital committees and initiatives that support the integration of dental services within the broader health system.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with other UUSOD departments, including Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, Oral Surgery, and Pediatric Dentistry.

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of a CODA-accredited General Practice Residency (GPR)
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Utah dental license (see DOPL requirements)
• Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges at the University of Utah Hospital
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, graduate dental education, and interdisciplinary care preferred

The UUSOD offers opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. Compensation is based on the published ADEA compensation ranges, and we offer an excellent benefits package, including immediate vesting of 14.2% to retirement with no match required, for all faculty who work more than 50% time. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and additional benefits. Learn more about the benefits package at /

Candidates must submit a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter that summarizes teaching, clinical and scholarly experiences, and the names and contact information of three professional references within the application. All references must be outside the University of Utah and/or its affiliates.

All applications must be submitted online at:

Jeri Bullock, D.D.S.
Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs
University of Utah School of Dentistry
Jeri.bullockh.edu

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Department: 01478 - SOD - EDUCATION
City:
Salt Lake City, UT
Track:
Track Dependent on Qualifications
Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Requisition Number: PRN
03903F

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