Job Description

Medical/Dental Resident Job Description

Job Title: Medical/Dental Resident
Department: Graduate Medical Education / Dental Education
Reports To: Program Director / Department Chair

The Medical/Dental Resident participates in an accredited residency training program designed to provide advanced clinical education and supervised patient care experience. The resident is responsible for delivering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care while developing clinical competencies, professional judgment, and specialized knowledge within the designated specialty program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of attending physicians and/or licensed dental professionals.
• Perform patient evaluations, histories, physical examinations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning within the scope of training.
• Participate in inpatient, outpatient, emergency, surgical, and on-call coverage as assigned.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical/dental records and documentation in the electronic health record.
• Present patient cases during rounds, conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Participate in educational lectures, conferences, seminars, research activities, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all hospital, regulatory, accreditation, and residency program policies and procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, dentists, nursing staff, allied health professionals, and support personnel.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, cultural sensitivity, and patient confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in performance evaluations and competency assessments as required by the residency program.
• Maintain compliance with infection control, safety, and risk management standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited medical school or dental school required.
• Enrollment and acceptance into an accredited residency training program required.
• Valid license, limited permit, or authorization to practice as required by state law and program guidelines.
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS may be required depending on specialty.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform clinical duties for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and assist patients as necessary.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform clinical and procedural tasks.

Working Conditions

• Hospital, clinic, ambulatory care, and/or dental practice environments.
• Exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and other clinical hazards consistent with healthcare settings.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited medical school or dental school required.
• Enrollment and acceptance into an accredited residency training program required.
• Valid license, limited permit, or authorization to practice as required by state law and program guidelines.
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS may be required depending on specialty.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform clinical duties for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and assist patients as necessary.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform clinical and procedural tasks.

Working Conditions

• Hospital, clinic, ambulatory care, and/or dental practice environments.
• Exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and other clinical hazards consistent with healthcare settings.