Clinical Assistant Professor

University of the Pacific; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor to join its vibrant educational community. This role involves engaging with dental hygiene students, delivering quality instruction, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. You will play a vital part in shaping future dental professionals through hands-on teaching and curriculum development. If you are passionate about education and committed to student success, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of dental hygiene. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and contribute to a culture of excellence in dental education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years clinical dental hygiene experience required.
• Teaching experience strongly preferred for effective student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Teach dental hygiene students and supervise clinical experiences.
• Develop course material and provide clinical instruction.

Skills

Dental hygiene clinical skills

Teaching methodology

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene or related field

Current X-ray license

Current BLS certification

Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene or DDS program

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Position Information

Title: Clinical Assistant Professor

Campus: University of the Pacific

Department: Department of Periodontics

Posting Number: F00926

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 11/08/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Days Per Week: 4

Weeks Per Year: 52

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions: Reporting to the Program Director, Dental Hygiene, teaches dental hygiene students in both the first and second years of study and is responsible for delivering quality educational experience for the students, ensures the curriculum is followed as directed by course directors, and ensures that all students are treated in a fair and equitable manner.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

• Teaching responsibilities include:
  • Instructor for dental radiology lab
  • Simulation lab instructor for pre-clinical dental hygiene
  • Clinical instructor for both the first- and second-year dental hygiene students
  • Clinical instructor for pain management course
  • Supervises students during clinical/laboratory/class experiences
• Develop course material and the use of technology for instructional purposes.
• Provide chair-side clinical instruction and feedback for students in the dental hygiene clinic.
• Supervise and engage with the students on-site during remotely delivered didactic courses.
• Participate in departmental and institutional committees as assigned.
• Assist in curriculum review and accreditation documentation.
• Attend faculty meetings and workshops; participate in dental community and program events.
• Participate in professional and scholarly pursuits.
• Proctor examinations as scheduled.
• Assist in the development of future remote educational sites and faculty training as directed by the Program Director, Dental Hygiene.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director, Dental Hygiene.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Dental hygiene clinical skills, clinic operation and teaching methodology
• Knowledge of working with electronic health record systems, HIPAA and quality assurance

Experience:

• Minimum of two years clinical dental hygiene experience

Education/Licenses:

• Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene or related field
• Current X-ray license
• Current BLS certification
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene or DDS program

Working Conditions

• Position is eight hours per day, four days per week
• Some weekend days for special school events may be required
• Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be reasonably anticipated. Personal protective equipment will be provided to reduce or eliminate exposure to routine or limited infectious agents.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to:

• Demonstrate organizational skills and attention to detail
• Interact effectively and professionally with students, staff, faculty, and patients of the Pacific School of Dentistry and partner clinical facilities
• Address students’ needs and resolve issues with diplomacy and tact
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills including questioning, listening and showing concern and respect for others from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Contribute to a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation
• Demonstrate a team-oriented attitude
• Communicate effectively in writing skills in memos, letters, and via email
• Demonstrate excellent verbal communication skills including ability to project voice and be clearly understood when speaking in front of a group
• Maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrate a high degree of integrity and commitment to comply with policies, regulations, and codes of conduct governing all aspects of job responsibilities
• Commitment to the success of the students and the school

Experience:

• Teaching experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in electronic patient health record desirable
• Basic knowledge of California Dental Practice Act

Other:

• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to perform dental hygiene responsibilities to include:

• Have normal tactile feeling (sensitivity to heat, cold, pain, pressure, etc.)
• Have fine motor control with corresponding hand-eye coordination; hand functions should include rotation, squeezing, and repetitive movements
• Occasional twisting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting
• Ability to assist patients in transferring themselves to and from a dental chair as needed

Hiring Range

Hiring Range: $94,000 to $109,400 annually. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Contact Information

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.