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Instructor, Dental Hygiene (Full-time)

Position Number: 4242399
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Position Type: Medicine - Dentistry

Instructor, Dental Hygiene (Full-time)

Salary: $56,590.00 - $72,223.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2023-04445
Closing: 6/11/2023
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Division: Healthcare Pathway

Description

Position starting mid-August for Fall 2023 Semester

Under the supervision of the Dean of Health Sciences, to teach assigned classroom, laboratory and clinical courses in the Dental Hygiene Associate Degree program. Duties include development and teaching of all Dental Hygiene courses with emphasis on radiography including; exposure, interpretation and evaluation. Instructor should be able to explain theory, demonstrate proper radiographic techniques and help students correct errors. Serves as a resource person to dental hygiene students and faculty, complies with and reinforces clinic policies, and serves as a model of professionalism with which students may identify. In addition, this position instructs and assists student clinicians in the following: tissue analysis, identification of normal and abnormal oral structures, identification of pathologies and their etiology, recognition of conditions which preclude treatment, charting of dental conditions, Identification and removal of dental accretions, and practices aseptic technique.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct student meeting at the beginning of clinical sessions.
Review records completed by the student clinician.
Circulate through clinic to be available to student clinicians.
Review charts at beginning of clinic to be familiar with patients' needs.
Review student clinicians' appointment plan and instructor objectives.
Observe assessments and give suggestions.
Be familiar with the sequence that is recommended for procedures.
Suggest alternative approaches to student clinicians.
Encourage verbal reporting or findings during verification checks.
Check dental charting and plaque/stain verification.
Encourage students to take increasing responsibility for their work.
Review patient records for DDS signatures at the end of each clinical session.
Function as a liaison between MATC Dental Hygiene Program and professional organizations.
Attend clinical staff meetings at the beginning of each semester.
Prepare and upgrade courses including WIDS updates.
Follows Syllabus and grading procedures.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:
Must have a Bachelor's degree in one of the following:
Dental Hygiene OR related field - areas of study such as but not limited to Allied Health, Natural Science, Education, Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy and Health Administration.

Occupational Requirements:
Must have at least two (2) years of full-time or equivalent (4,000 hours) of clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist. In addition, one of the following must be met:

* At least two (2) years of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years.
* Two (2) years of teaching Dental Hygiene course work at the post-secondary level within the last five (5) years.

Industry Certification Requirements:
* Must hold or have the ability to obtain certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration as granted by State of WI Department of Safety and Professional Services.
* Must provide or have the ability to obtain proof of laser training certificate as granted through CE course that is certified by an institution of higher learning, CERP, AGD, ADA, ADHA, or other recognized endorsement entities.

Licensure Requirement:
Must hold or have the ability to obtain a current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license by the State of WI Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Must be familiar with the delivery of dental care in a variety of settings.
Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
Teaching - Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Core Abilities and Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction.

MATC Career Essentials

Communicate effectively
Collaborate with others
Respect diversity
Demonstrate responsibility
Think critically and creatively
Utilize technology
Apply math and science
Demonstrate environmental responsibility
Embrace change

Standards of Teaching Excellence

Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
Classroom Management
Planning/Organization
Content Mastery and Currency
Teaching Methodology
Assessment of Student Learning
Professional Contributions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation
2. Ability to sit or stand for class duration with or without accommodation

ESSENTIAL TECHNOLOGY:
1. Email - Experience with an Email system (GroupWise, Outlook, Gmail...)
2. Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
3. Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

SUPPORTIVE TECHNOLOGY:
Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems
Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)
(Optional) Distance Learning Instruction - Experience with on-line, two-way video, ITV, and other methods of distance learning instruction

Excellence through diversity. MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/matc/jobs/4065473/instructor-dental-hygiene-full-time