Program Director, Dental Anesthesiology

High Point University Workman School of Dental Medicine (WSDM) is seeking a full-time Program Director, Dental Anesthesiology. The Dental Anesthesiology Program Director serves as the academic, clinical, and administrative leader of the CODA-accredited Dental Anesthesiology Residency Program. The Program Director is responsible for the development, implementation, continuous evaluation, and improvement of all aspects of the residency program while maintaining compliance with Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards. This position provides leadership in curriculum development, resident recruitment and assessment, faculty development, outcomes assessment, quality assurance, patient safety, and program administration. The Program Director works collaboratively with WSDM leadership, HPU Health clinical sites, specialty faculty, and affiliated healthcare professionals to ensure residents receive comprehensive educational experiences that prepare them for independent practice in dental anesthesiology. The Program Director maintains an active clinical practice within the HPU Oral Health Network, providing anesthesia services, resident supervision, and direct patient care while serving as a role model for clinical excellence and professionalism. The position allocation consists of approximately: 60% Clinical Activities (3 days/week) 40% Administrative, Educational, and Scholarly Activities (2 days/week) Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must successfully complete a background check and credentialing process satisfactory to High Point University. QUALIFICATIONS:**Required Qualifications** - DDS or DMD degree from a CODA accredited institution or equivalent - Completion of a CODA-accredited Dental Anesthesiology Residency Program. - Board Eligible or Board Certified by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology (ADBA). - Eligible for unrestricted dental licensure in North Carolina. - Current certification in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. - Demonstrated experience in administration of office-based anesthesia and hospital-based anesthesia services. - Demonstrated commitment to resident education and mentoring. **Preferred Qualifications** - Previous experience as a residency program director, associate program director, or educational leader. - Experience with CODA accreditation processes, self-studies, and site visits. - Experience in outcomes assessment, curriculum development, and faculty development. - Experience with quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. - Experience with simulation-based education. - Academic rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** - Comprehensive knowledge of dental anesthesiology, education, and practice. - Understanding CODA accreditation standards and residency program administration. - Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. - Ability to collaborate across disciplines and healthcare environments. - Experience with assessment systems, program evaluation, and educational outcomes. - Commitment to innovation, integrity, leadership, and teamwork. - Ability to thrive within a developing and evolving educational environment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**:****Program Leadership and Administration** - Provide overall leadership and management of the Dental Anesthesiology Residency Program. - Develop and maintain program goals, objectives, competencies, and assessment processes. - Ensure ongoing compliance with CODA accreditation standards. - Lead program self-study, annual reporting, accreditation documentation, and site visit preparation. - Manage program budgets in collaboration with WSDM leadership. - Participate in strategic planning and program development initiatives. - Maintain resident policies, manuals, and program documentation. **Curriculum Development and Educational Oversight** - Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate the didactic and clinical curriculum. -…