If you enjoy teaching and training, you will have an opportunity to share your knowledge and clinical skills with Dental Assistant Students! PMI students count on your expertise!

Mornings

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate with program faculty to develop and implement Lab scenarios.
• Schedule and meet regularly with students.
• Schedule and meet regularly with the Didactic Instructor of the specialty area.
• Implement and communicate feedback to Didactic Instructor, Clinical Director, and Program Director regarding individual student learning and needs.
• Maintain all records on student performance, testing, progression, and written assignments in conjunction with the course instructor and keep files confidential.
• Demonstrate and maintain familiarity with program and course objectives.
• Maintain familiarity with all clinical skills, equipment, and operation.
• Participate in faculty in services and professional organizations.
• Advise students regarding academic performance.
• Assist in grading student homework and quizzes based on instructor keys.
• Assist the instructor at the end of each module and ensure all check-off sheets are complete, signed, and turned in to Administration promptly.
• Check supplies and prepare requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant.
• May assist with preparing and copying materials for class.
• The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a graduate of an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in Dental Assisting or an institution located outside of the United States and its territories in Dental Assisting OR
• A minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and experience for instructors not graduates from an accredited Dental Assistant program.
• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience in Dental Assisting.
• Certified or Registered Dental Assistant (CDA or RDA) or a licensed dentist. Dentists are not required to hold the CDA or RDA credential.
• Current license, certification, or other credential as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Dental Assistant field.
• Proficient in didactic and clinical four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry principles.
• Aware of state requirements governing dental assisting programs.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and computer skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• $22.00 to $30.80 per hour
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave