Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM) offers one of the most forward-looking educational environments in dental medicine in the country. Since its founding in 1868, TUSDM has been committed to leadership in education, patient care, research, and community service. Students obtain an interdisciplinary education, integrated with medicine, with access to training in dental specialties. Clinics managed at TUSDM provide quality comprehensive care to more than 20,000 individuals annually. Nationally and internationally, the school promotes health and educational programs and researches new procedures, materials, and technologies to improve oral health. 

• TUSDM operates a 300+ seat clinic featuring small dental equipment, radiology equipment, and digital/imaging technology. In addition to the main clinical functions, the school also oversees a small research laboratory operation. Reporting to the Manager of Operations & Equipment, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management and long-term planning of all dental equipment not including dental chairs and dental delivery units.
• This will include inventory management, equipment support workflow development and enforcement, as well as oversee the new equipment intake.
• This individual will work collaborate heavily with the Director of Digital Dentistry, Clinical Dean, Materials Management team, as well as clinical department staff.
• This individual will also be the main point of contact for external vendors supporting equipment.
• This position will support both the main Dental School at 1 Kneeland Street and the 7 Tufts Clinics for Special Care. This position will require regular travel to clinics.
• A valid driver?s license and reliable transportation is required. Travel will be reimbursed.  
• This position will be based mainly on-site with limited opportunities to work remotely.
• This person can expect standing work 40% of the time, and seated work 60% of the time. 
• While primarily supporting the dental school, the incumbent will also provide support to Tufts University School of Medicine.

Basic Requirements:

• Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through completion of a Bachelors Degree and 3+ years of administrative experience. 
• Experience in an educational institution or healthcare setting. 
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage vendors, faculty, and administrative partners.     
• A valid driver?s license and reliable transportation is required. Travel will be reimbursed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with dental equipment, and scanning technology.

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