Share your Dental Assistant clinical skills in a classroom lab setting!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate with program faculty to develop and implement Lab scenarios.
• Schedule and meet on a regular basis with students.
• Schedule and meet regularly with the Didactic Instructor of the specialty area.
• Implement and communicate feedback to the Didactic Instructor, Clinical Director, and/or Program Director regarding individual student learning and needs.
• In conjunction with the course instructor, maintain all records on student performance, testing, progression, and written assignments and ensure files are kept 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 instructor at the end of each module and ensures all check off sheets are complete, signed and turned into Administration in a timely manner.
• Check supplies and prepare requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant.
• May assist with preparing and copying materials for class.

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 three (3) years of job-related training and experience for instructors who are not graduates from an accredited Dental Assistant program.
• A minimum of two (2) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience in Dental Assisting.
• Must be aware of state requirements governing dental assisting programs.
• Proficient in didactic and clinical four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry principles.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Nationally Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or licensed dentist. Dentists are not required to hold the CDA or RDA credential.
• Current license, certification, or another credential required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Dental Assistant field.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• $30.10 - $42.15 per hour
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health & Wellness Program