Clinical Associate

Job Description: Clinical Associate - Dental Hygiene Program

FLSA: Exempt

The Clinical Associate will

• Supervise practical application of theory in assigned clinical settings for the Dental Hygiene Program.
• Demonstrate dental hygiene care and procedures to students.
• Contribute to the determination of daily student assignments in the clinical setting with review by the Clinical Coordinator.
• Conduct pre- and post-treatment conferences with students.
• Complete student evaluations.
• Attend scheduled department faculty and in-service meetings.

Requirements:

Candidates  for the position must have

• Graduated from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program.
• Active Vermont Dental Hygiene licensure with local anesthesia endorsement at the time of employment with no sanctions or restrictions required.
• Bachelor of Science degree. BS degree in dental hygiene preferred.
• Current member of the American Dental Hygienists Association.
• Three years of clinical practice experience. Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Possess prior knowledge of educational methodology (preferred) or willingness to complete required educational methodology assignments.
• Current CPR BLS certification.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Ability to endure considerable walking and standing while instructing/supervising students,
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with dental practice management systems.
• Experience with digital imaging systems.     
•  Part-time, up to 28 hours per week or per diem   Rate: $42.00/hr. (BS degree)$45.00/ hr. (Master’s degree)                                                                                                        

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