Clinical Dental Hygiene Educator & Mentor

Lincoln Memorial University; Tennessee; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University seeks a Clinical Dental Hygiene Faculty member to lead clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation of dental hygiene students within the clinical education environment. The role emphasizes patient care excellence and evidence-based practice aligned with accreditation standards.

The position requires engagement in teaching, calibration, service, and quality improvement initiatives consistent with program policy, with the LMU Tower campus in Harrogate, Tennessee.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution.
• Current unrestricted dental hygiene license in Tennessee or eligibility for licensure in Tennessee.
• Current CPR / BLS certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical dental hygiene experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to student-centered education and collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical instruction, supervision, mentorship, and evaluation of dental hygiene students.
• Participate in calibration activities and maintain program quality.
• Engage in institutional service and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Student-centered education

Education

Associate or Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Lincoln Memorial University seeks a Clinical Dental Hygiene Faculty member to lead clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation of dental hygiene students within the clinical education environment. The role emphasizes patient care excellence and evidence-based practice aligned with accreditation standards.

The position requires engagement in teaching, calibration, service, and quality improvement initiatives consistent with program policy, with the LMU Tower campus in Harrogate, Tennessee.