Part-Time Clinical Dental Hygienist Instructor

Anne Arundel Community College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Part-Time Clinical Dental Hygienist to support the clinical education and training of dental hygiene students. This position plays a vital role in providing hands-on instruction, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols, and promoting excellence in patient care within the college’s dental hygiene clinic.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor dental hygiene students in a clinical setting, ensuring they develop the necessary skills to provide high-quality patient care.
• Provide hands-on training in various dental hygiene procedures, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, sealant application, fluoride treatments, and patient education.
• Ensure students adhere to infection control protocols, OSHA and HIPAA regulations, and ethical and legal standards in patient care.
• Encourage students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in clinical decision-making.
• Oversee student-provided patient care to ensure safety, effectiveness, and adherence to professional standards.
• Provide direct patient care when necessary to support clinical operations and enhance the learning environment.
• Ensure clinical areas are clean, organized, and fully stocked with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Monitor the proper operation and maintenance of clinical equipment, reporting issues to the appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
• Assess student performance through observation, feedback, and competency evaluations, ensuring skill development and professional growth.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of student attendance, performance, evaluations, and patient records.
• Prepare and submit reports on student progress, identifying areas for improvement and additional support.
• Work closely with faculty and staff to coordinate clinical scheduling, student assignments, and patient management.
• Participate in faculty meetings, training sessions, and discussions to support curriculum development and continuous improvement of the program.
• Assist in the implementation and refinement of clinic policies and procedures to uphold the highest standards of education and patient care.
• Stay current with advancements in dental hygiene, clinical instruction, and best practices through ongoing education and professional development.
• Engage in training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance instructional techniques and keep pace with industry standards.
• Act as a mentor and role model, fostering a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.*
• Current Maryland Dental Hygiene license.
• Certified to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a practicing dental hygienist.
• Previous teaching or mentoring experience in a clinical or educational setting preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of dental software (e.g., Dentrix, TalEval) and electronic health records preferred.
• Professional Liability Insurance recommended.

Pay

Pay rate: $1,170-$1,263 per faculty load hour (FLH). Pay dates occur on the 7th and 22nd of each month. If those dates fall on a weekend, the pay date occurs on the Friday prior.

Schedule

Varies by semester, 3-8 hours weekly. This position requires a full-time in-person presence on campus or at alternative locations.

Benefits

As a part-time faculty employee, you are entitled to benefits (specifics not listed in the posting).