Clinical Associate - Dental Hygiene

Vermont State; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Vermont State University in Williston, VT is seeking a part-time Clinical Associate to support the Dental Hygiene Program. The role involves supervising practical applications of theory in clinical settings and demonstrating care to students, with daily assignments reviewed by the Clinical Coordinator.

Ideal candidates hold a CODA-accredited DH program, Vermont licensure, and a BS in dental hygiene. Teaching experience and ADHA membership are preferred; CPR BLS and liability insurance are

Qualifications

• Graduated from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program.
• Active Vermont Dental Hygiene licensure with local anesthesia endorsement at time of employment.
• Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene (Masters preferred).
• Current member of the American Dental Hygienists Association.
• Three years of clinical practice experience.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise practical application of theory in assigned clinical settings for the Dental Hygiene Program.
• Demonstrate dental hygiene care and procedures to students.
• Determine 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.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Student supervision

CPR BLS

Educational methodology

Professional liability insurance

Education

CODA-accredited dental hygiene program

Vermont Dental Hygiene licensure

BS in dental hygiene

ADHA membership

Tools

Dental practice management systems

Digital imaging systems

Job description

## Clinical Associate - Dental HygieneApplylocations: Williston, VTtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 30, 2027 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R-2026226Vermont State University (VTSU) invites applications for a part-time clinical associate to support assigned clinical setting for the Dental Hygiene Program.**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.**Minimum Qualifications:*** 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.VSC Non-Bargaining UnitGrade: 12FLSA: ExemptPart-time up to 28 hours per week or per diemScheduled Hours Weekly:0Budgeted Wage for this Position:Rate: $42.00/hr. (BS degree) $45.00/hr (Masters degree)Exempt Status:ExemptGrade:T02Job Posting Responsibilities:**This general outline illustrates the type of work that characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.***VSC values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSC welcomes all qualified applications, including those from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact Human Resources for assistance with accommodations at [e-mail].*All new full-time employees and certain part-time employees will be subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.**Equal Opportunity Employer**This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.