What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Radiology Lab Instructor - Springfield Technical Community College position at Springfield Technical Community College?
Springfield Technical Community College is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Licensed Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Hygienist to serve as a part-time Dental Radiology Lab Instructor within the Workforce Development Dental Radiology Program.
STCC's Workforce Development Dental Radiology Program provides dental assistants with the education and hands-on training needed to develop competency in dental radiographic procedures. The program combines online learning with in-person laboratory instruction to promote safe, effective, and confident radiographic practices.
The Dental Radiology Lab Instructor plays an important role in helping students translate classroom knowledge into practical clinical skills.
The instructor will provide hands-on instruction and guidance to students developing the skills necessary to safely and effectively obtain dental radiographs. This position is ideal for a dental professional who enjoys teaching, mentoring, and supporting the on-the-job training dental assistants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on instruction in dental radiographic techniques, including bitewing, periapical, full-mouth series (FMX), and panoramic radiography.
- Demonstrate proper patient positioning, radiographic equipment operation, and image acquisition techniques.
- Guide students through laboratory exercises using dental radiographic equipment, digital sensors, and dental manikins.
- Evaluate student performance, radiographic images, and clinical competencies.
- Reinforce radiation safety, infection control, and proper equipment handling.
- Assist students in identifying and correcting radiographic errors.
- Prepare laboratory stations and equipment before instructional sessions and assist with clean-up.
- Collaborate with program faculty to ensure consistency in instruction, assessment, and program expectations.
- Maintain a supportive, professional, and engaging learning environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Current Massachusetts licensure as a Dental Assistant or Dental Hygienist.
- Proficiency in obtaining and evaluating dental radiographs, including bitewings, periapicals, and full-mouth series.
- Strong understanding of dental radiographic techniques, radiation safety, and infection control.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to demonstrate techniques clearly and provide constructive feedback to students.
- Availability to teach evening laboratory sessions.
Preferred:
- Current Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification.
- Previous teaching, clinical training, or mentoring experience.
- Experience with digital dental radiography and panoramic imaging.
- Familiarity with dental radiology competency assessments.
- Experience working with adult learners or workforce development programs.
Work Schedule:
- Up to four 3-hour laboratory sessions per month (12 hours of instruction per course)
- Evenings (5:30 to 8:30 PM)
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information:
Salary: $60.00 per hour
Benefits: No, Part Time Position
Union: Non-Union
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:
Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.
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