Dental Hygiene Clinical Adjunct Instructor PT (VLD)

Georgia Department of Revenue; Georgia; Presencial; USD 28 000 - 40 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College in Georgia is seeking a part-time Dental Hygiene Clinical Adjunct Instructor (VLD) to provide direct clinical instruction and supervision to dental hygiene students, and to guide them in developing clinical judgment and professional behaviors.

The role supports program goals and accreditation, requiring current RDH license, CODA accreditation, CPR/BLS, and at least three years of clinical experience; duties include evaluating student performance, maintaining

Qualificações

• Graduate of a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Current Georgia RDH license and CPR/BLS certification.
• Minimum of three years of clinical dental hygiene experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate student evaluations and records.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct clinical instruction and supervision to dental hygiene students.
• Evaluate student performance and clinical competencies.
• Ensure infection control compliance and patient-centered care.
• Maintain accurate student records and participate in faculty meetings.
• Collaborate with faculty to support program goals.

Conhecimentos

Clinical instruction

Student evaluation

Infection control

Communication skills

Professional behavior

Collaboration

Formação académica

CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program

Georgia RDH license

CPR/BLS certification

Ferramentas

Electronic dental records

Clinical management software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Job Title:

Dental Hygiene Clinical Adjunct Instructor PT (VLD)

Agency:

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000004039

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$25/HR

Job Description:

Provide direct clinical instruction and supervision to dental hygiene students. Evaluate student performance and assess achievement of clinical competencies. Guide students in providing safe, ethical, and patient-centered care. Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, clinic policies, and professional standards. Assist students in developing critical thinking, clinical judgment, and professional behaviors. Maintain accurate student evaluations and clinical records. Participate in faculty meetings, calibration sessions, and professional development activities as required. Collaborate with faculty and staff to support program goals and accreditation standards. Serve as a professional role model for students.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform the duties of this position successfully, the incumbent must have the appropriate work experience, hold the appropriate certification and credentials, and be able to perform each key position duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact [e-mail] to request accommodations.

SUMMARY OF WORKING CONDITIONS

• Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, Various types of advanced in-field equipment as required by academic program and accreditation standards.

• Working Conditions: Category I - High probability of exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens. This is a part-time position, therefore no overtime can be earned. Periodic travel between major Wiregrass campuses and satellite sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program. Current and valid Georgia Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license. Minimum of three (3) years of clinical dental hygiene experience. Current CPR/BLS certification. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to meeting all other minimum qualifications, the highly desired candidate will possess one or more of the following: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Dental Hygiene or a related field. Previous teaching or clinical instruction experience. Local anesthesia certification preferred. Experience with electronic dental records and clinical management software.

SALARY/BENEFITS

Salary is $25 per hour. This is an adjunct position used on an as needed basis, not to exceed 19 hours per week. No promise of full-time employment exists. No health nor flexible benefits will be provided. This position is funded in whole or in part by Covered by VSU funds.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS

Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check and employment history reference checks will be performed for all candidates offered employment. Other checks such as Motor Vehicle Records may be conducted for any candidate receiving an offer, as well as internal candidates prior to being promoted or transferred into a position with the college. Other Required Tests: During the course of employment, incumbents in this position may be required to supervise students at an external clinical site or other medical facility as a condition of employment. Based on this assignment, the incumbent may be required to undergo and receive a negative finding/result on a ten (10) panel drug test BEFORE placement.

Should a candidate be chosen for a 2nd interview, references which support prior work history and employment experience will be contacted. Please note that some employers charge a processing fee to complete employment verifications. If a former employer requires payment to complete employment verification forms, this fee must be paid by the candidate. For positions requiring official transcripts, the candidate will be responsible for ordering and payment for these transcripts. Wiregrass is responsible for payments for criminal history searches, MVR searches, credit checks, and other items listed in the required tests portion above.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 18, 2026 or Until Filled

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

As set forth in its student catalog, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Any violation or questions may be directed to: Shalonda Sanders, Title IX Coordinator (all campuses), Vice President for Human Resources and Operations, Valdosta Campus, Cox Hall, Rm. 548, (229) 333‑5356 or [e-mail];OR Katrina Royal, Student ADA Section 504 Coordinator (all campuses), Dean for Student Engagement, Valdosta Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100, (229) 333‑2100 ext. 1236 or [e-mail] *student ADA student disability claims only. Telephone numbers are accessible to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through the Georgia Relay by dialing 711 or 1‑800‑255‑0056 from a TTY/TDD.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.