UNIV - Clinic Manager | Urgent Care, Special Needs and Endodontics - College of Dental Medicine

Company: Medical University of South Carolina
Location: Charleston
Posted on: April 6, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary The Floor Clinical Manager provides operational leadership and direct clinical support for a designated floor within the College of Dental Medicine (CDM) clinics. This position manages the daily activities of dental assistants and dental hygienists to ensure high-quality, efficient patient care and compliance with clinical protocols. The Floor Clinical Manager also functions clinically in their discipline (Dental Assistant III or Dental Hygienist) to support patient care when needed. Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type? Classified Cost Center CC005221 CDM Clinic Endodontics Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-GEN09 Pay Range 52,100.00 - 70,300.00 - 88,600.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description 35%: Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of dental assistants and hygienists assigned to the clinic floor. Oversee clinical workflows, ensure adequate staffing, and reassign team members based on operational needs. Conduct routine staff meetings and collaborate with other Floor Managers and the Director of Clinical Operations to maintain operational consistency. Monitor staff performance, provide coaching and feedback, and participate in performance evaluations. 35%: Provide chairside dental assisting for specialty providers using four-handed dentistry techniques or perform preventive care as a licensed dental hygienist. Prepare, set up, and break down operatories for procedures, maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols. Update and utilize the Electronic Health Record (EHR) to document patient care activities. Acquire dental imaging (e.g., periapical, panoramic, 3D) following safety standards, as appropriate to licensure and certification. 20%: Maintain inventory of dental instruments, supplies, and materials for the assigned floor. Anticipate needs, place supply orders, verify deliveries, and resolve supply chain issues in coordination with the Director of Clinical Operations. Ensure all operatories and storage areas are properly stocked, organized, and compliant with regulatory standards. 10%: Ensure staff adherence to CDM, MUSC, OSHA, HIPAA, and other applicable policies and procedures. Provide training and onboarding support for new dental assistants and hygienists on floor-specific protocols. Serve as a floor-level resource for infection control, equipment troubleshooting, and incident reporting. Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and five years relevant experience in business management, public administration or administrative services; or a bachelor's degree and three years experience in business management, public administration or administrative services. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent) If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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