Dental Hygiene Clinical Adjunct Faculty Pool

Dental Hygiene Clinical Adjunct Faculty PoolBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPosition DetailsPosition InformationAbout UsHoward Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!Position Title Dental Hygiene Clinical Adjunct Faculty Pool FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week 25-30per week Work Schedule Monday-Wednesday Position Salary Range $44.00 per hour SummaryAdjunct faculty and clinical instructors are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the Dental Hygiene Program. The goal of the clinical instructor is to provide instruction to dental hygiene students through demonstration and laboratory/clinical exercises. The lab instructor may take part in working with students in the radiology, dental materials or oral anatomy labs. The clinical instructor may take part in working with students in the dental clinic area.Essential Role ResponsibilitiesThe clinical lab instructor is responsible for the following:Review medical history with patient volunteers when necessary and provide medical/dental referral when necessary.Evaluate patient volunteer dental and periodontal charting for necessary restorative work.Evaluate radiographs for pathology and complete referral forms when needed.Serve as a resource person for oral pathology.Assist the student in accurately recording ALL relevant pertinent information in the patient volunteer's dental record.Other Responsibilities May Include:Provides clinical instruction in preclinical lab, radiology lab, dental hygiene clinical courses and/or external clinical sites to all levels of student dental hygienists.Advises students in academic matters.Evaluates students by a variety of means (competencies) to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress.Submits requested information and required reports and forms in a timely manner.Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.Completes required college training, campus orientation, and meetings as needed.Attend DHYG Program meetings.Attend clinical calibration meetings.Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assignedMinimum Education Required Experience RequiredMinimum Qualifications:Registered Dental Hygienist with a Master's Degree in Dental Hygiene from a regionally accredited institution or BS Degree with five or more year's clinical experience.Five years clinical experience minimal and three years' experience in education is preferred.Licensed as a registered hygienist in the State of Maryland.Licensed to give local anesthesia as required by the State of MarylandLicensed to monitor nitrous oxide as required by the State of MarylandCandidate must be familiar with ADA Accreditation standards/guidelinesCandidate must be familiar with laws governing dental hygiene practice in the state of Maryland.Working knowledge of state of Maryland dental hygiene practiceCurrent CE requirements necessary for dental hygiene license in MarylandCurrent CPR/BSL certificationCurrent license to practice dental hygiene in MarylandCurrent dental radiology licenseEducation & Experience:Experience and knowledge of dental hygiene accreditation procedures for dental hygiene programsTeaching experience with a background in education theory & practiceCurrent knowledge relative to subjects teachingCurrent dental hygiene clinic practice experienceCertified dental assistant experience helpfulExperience in Dentrix dental software & Dexis digital radiographyLicensure in administering local anesthesia for dental hygiene practiceCertification monitoring of nitrous oxide for dental hygiene practiceMember of the American Dental Hygienists AssociationSkills & Abilities:Strong organizational and writing abilitiesAttention to detailExcellent advising/counseling skillsPreferred knowledge of working chair- side assisting, infection control, sterilization techniques, dental radiology protocol, laboratory skills and teachingExperience in curriculum developing and curriculum management planAbility to collaborate with other dental hygiene program faculty, staff and administratorsAble to meet deadlinesOther Qualifications:* Member of the American Dental Hygienists AssociationMinimum and Preferred Qualifications Physical Demand Summary Division xxxxx_Teaching and Learning (Div) - NEW Department xxxxx_Health, Science, & Technology HST - NEWPosting Detail InformationPosting Number NB071P Number of Vacancies 1 Best Consideration Date 08/31/2025 Job Open Date 01/21/2025 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? Yes Applicant Instructions* Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).Quick Link for Internal Postings https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2091 EEO StatementHoward Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* What is the highest level of education attained?GEDHigh School DiplomaAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeMasters DegreePHD* How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?0-11-33-55-77+* * What is your Philosophy for serving students?(Open Ended Question)* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for HCC on a part-time basis?YesNo* Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland which include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., & Pennsylvania are eligible for work at HCC. Do you live in the commutable area or are you willing to relocate at your own expense, if offered the position?YesNoDocuments Needed to ApplyRequired Documents* Resume* Cover LetterOptional Documents