Instructor, Dental Radiography

Instructor, Dental Radiography

Department: Health Industry Solutions

Location: Manufacturing Technology Center

Reports To: Dir, Healthcare Solutions

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req5389

Employment Type: Part-Time Faculty

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: As needed by program

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Teaches a full range of skills and knowledge in the Dental Assistant Radiography: Initial Training and Dental Radiography: Radiation Protection Update workshops.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Implements approved direct Dental Assistant curriculum to enhance the learning options of program participants
• Monitors attendance, maintains records, scores and evaluates educational performance of participants
• When appropriate identifies and refers participants for supportive services to enhance student success
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
• Associate of Science with teaching experience in an allied Dental Program
• Three years of demonstrated experience as a Dental Assistant
• Ohio Dental Assisting Radiographer Certification or RDH
• Demonstrated experience with distance education

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES
• Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to assess and grade the progress of students
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse population

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
• Service Focus
• Communication
• Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
• Time Utilization
• Collaboration

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
• Adaptability
• Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
• Bachelor of Science
• CDA or RDH
• Three years of teaching Radiography in an allied Dental Program
• Development and implementation of distance learning courses

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.;
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Special Note: Pooled Position - If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

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