Dental Hygiene Instructor - Clinic Only

Dental Hygiene Instructor - Clinic Only

Salina Area Technical College • https://salinatech.edu/

Job Title:

Dental Hygiene Instructor Clinic Only

Reports To:

Director of Allied Dental Education

Required Qualifications

Associates degree from program accredited by CODA

3 Years clinical experience

Registered Dental Hygienist License current with state of Kansas

Current CPR Certification

Local Anesthesia Certification for Dental Hygienist

Nitrous Oxide Certification for Dental Hygienist

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Science and

Bachelors Degree from program accredited by CODA

1 year teaching experience with background in education theory and practice

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to interact effectively and professionally with students, staff, and faculty

Knowledge of computers and current technology, dental software, and radiography

Familiarity with laws governing dental hygiene practice in Kansas

Current of dental hygiene clinic practice experience

Position Summary

To provide instruction and supervision to students in Dental Hygiene program in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Participate in department and committee assignments, recruiting, and other academic, institutional and community support activities. Provide input to the Director of Allied Dental Education and Vice President of Instruction relative to new course development and program redesign. Prepare students to succeed in related employment.

Essential Job Functions:

Teach an appropriate load as required by the negotiated agreement and supervise students in lab and clinical settings

Maintain current knowledge, changes, and technology in the field

Deliver the approved course of study as outlined in the syllabus, maintain a student-oriented approach to education, demonstrate procedures as needed

Provide individual and group instruction; provide immediate, routine, consistent feedback to assist students in improving performance in technical and core ability competencies

Assist students in accurately recording all relevant pertinent information in patient record

Perform quality assurance of patient records

Oversee students in obtaining oral hygiene assessment data, creating an oral health care plan, performing oral hygiene services - prophylaxis, scaling, sealant, fluoride application

Identify, evaluate, implement, and modify instructional materials, technologies, methods, and textbooks based on student and industry assessments and feedback

Evaluate student learning and teaching effectiveness through written, oral, practical and/or performance testing, ensuring that what it taught is evaluated, evaluations by skill and clinical competencies

Provide support and guidance to students with an aim toward retention and job placement. Responsibilities may include advising, counseling students regarding career options, appropriate referrals, graduation requirements, and placement activities

Develop and maintain an environment conducive to a high level of student learning

Verify and maintain records of student attendance, performance and provide frequent feedback to students regarding individual progress

Conduct assessment of student performance, maintain accurate records as requested, and submit grades in a timely manner

Establish and maintain appropriate and adequate office hours

Develop and maintain active partnerships with business/industry to establish good public relations and become aware of employment opportunities, changes, processes, and job skills. This may be accomplished through advisory committees, industry visits/contacts/tours, and professional organizations

Organize, communicate, and meet with Advisory Council

Promote the program and assist with student recruitment

Assist in program assessment, accreditation, program review processes and activities to maintain program viability and effectiveness

Work closely with other faculty, administration, and staff; attend meetings, serve on committees

Participate in professional growth activities, certification training, and pursuing additional education required for this position

Maintain health insurance

Support the vision, mission, and policies of Salina Area Technical College

Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Occasional physical exertion to manually lift, carry, push, pull or move objects or materials less than 50 pounds

Generally, involves 40% sitting, 10% walking and 50% standing, however some days may require much more walking and standing

Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching

Requires acute hearing and speaking skills

Requires fine dexterity to type, enter data and provide written communications

Use of standard office equipment including computers and general office equipment

Work is performed in a busy and noisy environment

Requires prolonged sitting or standing

Requires traveling to various sites

May require evening and weekend work

Exemption Status:

Salary Exempt

Classification:

Faculty Full Time

Schedule:

M-F, 40 hours times according to the Negotiated Agreement

Pay Rate:

To commensurate with education and experience according to the FNA salary schedule

Start Date:

August 2025

Application Process

To be considered for this position you must complete the following
• Submit an online application
• https://www.salinatech.edu
• Then Human Resources, Employment Opportunities
• Must include
• Application
• Letter of Interest (Cover Letter)
• Resume
• Three Professional References
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts

If hired, official academic transcripts must be submitted to the Director of HR

Timeline:

Open until filled

Additional Requirements
• Applicant will be required to pass drug screen and background check
• Provide proof of the following health records
• Hepatitis B series (3 doses) or proof of immunity titer
• MMR (2 doses) of proof of immunity by titer
• Documentation of tetanus vaccine within the last 10 years
• Submit proof of negative TB screening

This job description may be changed at any time and does no constitute a contract or agreement

Salina Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you have any questions regarding employment opportunities, including questions about this job. Please contact Taylor Lang, Director of Human Resources at taylor.lang@salinatech.edu or 785-309-3160

Benefits Information

Eligible Benefits:

The College offers a fully paid single employee health and dental plan, as well as a partially paid vision plan.

Voluntary Benefits Options Include:
• Accident, Cancer & Specified Disease, Heart & Stroke Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare & Dependent Care
• Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403B Investment Plans

Additional Benefits:
• KPERS (Kansas Public Employee Retirement System is a mandatory 6% contribution from the employee and the state of Kansas contributes for the school/college employer)
• 10 days of Personal Time Off per Academic Year
• Additional Days Off: Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Spring Break
• Tuition Assistance - 9 Free Credits each for Self and Dependents per Semester
• Up to $3,000 Tuition Reimbursement per calendar year for one degree advancement

Salary Information

Pay Rate:

To commensurate with education and experience according to the FNA salary schedule

Employer Information

Salina Area Technical College offers 22 technical programs leading to a Associate of Applied Science Degree and/or Technical Certificate.

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