Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructor
Baltimore, MD 
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About Us
Howard 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 Instructor
FLSA Non-Exempt
FT/PT Part Time
Hours Per Week 10-12 hours
Work Schedule Wednesday or Thursday
Position Salary Range
General Responsibilities
The 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.
Work Performed
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 assigned

Minimum Education Required
Minimum Number of Years Experience Required
Other Knowledge Required
Minimum 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 Maryland
  • Licensed to monitor nitrous oxide as required by the State of Maryland
  • Candidate must be familiar with ADA Accreditation standards/guidelines
  • Candidate must be familiar with laws governing dental hygiene practice in the state of Maryland.
  • Working knowledge of state of Maryland dental hygiene practice
  • Current CE requirements necessary for dental hygiene license in Maryland
  • Current CPR/BSL certification
  • Current license to practice dental hygiene in Maryland
  • Current dental radiology license
Working Conditions
Division Health Sciences (Div)
Department Health Sciences
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number NB071P
Number of Vacancies 1
Best Consideration Date 07/26/2022
Job Open Date 07/19/2022
Job Close Date 08/02/2022
Open Until Filled 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).
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EEO Statement
Howard 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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5 years
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