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Dental Hygiene Clinical Coordinator/Faculty

@ Tennessee Board of Regents
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Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Teaching didactic, Teaching lab, Clinical coordination
Requirements Summary:Faculty position requiring RDH with a bachelor’s, TN license, 3 years clinical; teaching and program coordination duties; accreditation compliance and student advising.
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Job Description

Title: Dental Hygiene Clinical Coordinator/Faculty


Employee Classification: Faculty


Institution: Roane State Community College


Department: Health Sciences


Campus Location: Roane State Community College


Job Summary


Position is a faculty position as defined by PA-24-01 and includes fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of faculty in relationship to teaching dental hygiene classes/labs/clinical as assigned, service to the college and program, and scholarship (RSCC PA-24-01).


Job Duties



  • Position is a faculty position as defined by PA-24-01 and includes fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of faculty in relationship to teaching dental hygiene classes/labs/clinical as assigned, service to the college and program, and scholarship (RSCC PA-24-01)

  • Teaches didactic/lab/clinical classes as assigned utilizing evidence-based teaching strategies.

  • Works with program director on curriculum development.

  • Participates in ongoing evaluation of the program including ensuring compliance with regional and programmatic accreditation requirements.

  • Participates in service to the college and the program.

  • Participates in Advisory Committee meetings.

  • Participates in student advising.

  • Additional duties/responsibilities as clinical coordinator include:

    • Providing orientation and ongoing education for adjunct clinical faculty.

    • Communicating and collaborating with the program director regarding issues/concerns regarding the safe, effective operation of the clinic and the clinical educational experiences and environment.

    • Maintains first year and second year student monitor duty rotations and chair assignments.

    • Participates in weekly, monthly, and quarterly maintenance of clinic equipment.

    • Assists in maintaining a repair log for clinic related equipment and coordinates with dental companies necessary repairs. 




Minimum Qualifications


• Registered Dental Hygienist with a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution required (Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene preferred).
• Licensed as a registered dental hygienist in the State of Tennessee or eligible for licensure. Must have current TN license prior to start of position.
• Three years clinical experience required.


Preferred Qualifications


• One-year experience in teaching and scholarly experience in a dental hygiene program preferred.
• Evidence of familiarity with evidence based educational methodology preferred.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


• Knowledgeable of current technologies in clinic and appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Familiarity with management of inventory.
• Ability to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities.
• Current CPR or completion of course prior to assuming responsibilities.