Dental Hygienist - Program Director (RDH)

Pima Medical Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Our San Antonio campus is expanding and launching a new Dental Hygiene Associate Degree program! Pima Medical Institute has a proven track record with many successful Dental Hygiene programs across the United States.

We are looking for a visionary leader to establish our new program, continue our legacy of excellence in teaching and clinical training, and prepare the next generation of Dental Hygienists for impactful careers in oral health.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• CODA-accredited dental hygiene program graduate.
• Minimum three years of full-time clinical dental hygiene experience.
• Active Texas dental hygienist license.
• Background in instructional methodologies and education.
• Administrative and teaching experience; CODA program experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Launch, oversee and align the new Dental Hygiene program with institutional standards.
• Lead CODA accreditation efforts, including self-study and site visits.
• Schedule advisory boards and represent PMI at professional meetings.
• Recruit, train and evaluate faculty; coordinate teaching assignments.
• Design and maintaining a high-quality curriculum with up-to-date textbooks.
• Deliver didactic and lab instruction; ensure clinical education is current.
• Monitor student success and implement support plans to reach targets.
• Manage admissions criteria and department budgets.

Education

Master’s degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the USDE

CODA Program Graduate

Three (3) years of full-time clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist

Current, active license to work as a Dental Hygienist in Texas

Educational background in instructional methodologies

Administrative and instructional experience (CODA‑accredited program preferred)

Job description

Dental Hygienist - Program Director (Full-Time)Location: San Antonio, TX (San Antonio Campus) | On-SiteType: Full-Time | Salaried ExemptDepartment: Dental Hygiene ProgramReports To: Campus Director / Dean of EducationCompensation: $85,830 – $107,290 per year

Dental Hygienist - Program Director (Full-Time)

Location: San Antonio, TX (San Antonio Campus) | On-Site

Type: Full-Time | Salaried Exempt

Department: Dental Hygiene Program

Reports To: Campus Director / Dean of Education

Compensation: $85,830 – $107,290 per year

Position Summary

Our San Antonio campus is expanding and launching a new Dental Hygiene Associate Degree program!

Pima Medical Institute has a proven track record with many successful Dental Hygiene programs across the United States. We are looking for a visionary leader to establish our new program, continue our legacy of excellence in teaching and clinical training, and prepare the next generation of Dental Hygienists for impactful careers in oral health.

This role combines strategic leadership, curriculum design, accreditation oversight, and hands‑on instruction. If you are a dedicated professional ready to build a premier program from the ground up, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Accreditation:

• Launch & Oversight: Architect, establish, and implement department goals for the new Dental Hygiene program in alignment with institutional standards.

• CODA Accreditation: Prepare self-study documentation, lead accreditation site visits, and ensure all didactic and clinical instruction continuously reflects CODA competencies.

• Advisory & Community: Schedule and chair faculty and advisory board meetings; represent Pima Medical Institute at local, state, and professional dental meetings.

Faculty Management & Development:

• Team Building: Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate program faculty in conjunction with the Faculty Coordinator, preparing teaching assignments and scheduling coverage.

• Professional Growth: Coordinate and arrange educational workshops and in‑service training sessions for both didactic and clinical faculty.

Curriculum & Instructional Excellence:

• Curriculum Design: Develop and maintain a functional, high‑quality curriculum according to approved educational standards; evaluate course content and select textbooks.

• Teaching Duties: Perform the functions of a Dental Hygiene Instructor, preparing lesson plans and delivering engaging didactic and lab instruction.

• Clinical Collaboration: Coordinate with the Clinical Director to ensure clinical education is practical, comprehensive, and reflective of modern dental practices.

Student Success & Academic Administration:

• Retention Leadership: Review student success rates by class and implement proactive support plans to maintain a target 80% student success rate.

• Student Mentorship: Meet with students to advise, tutor, and encourage them throughout their academic journey, referring students to Student Services when additional support is needed.

• Record Integrity: Evaluate student performance against course objectives, maintain accurate grades per policy, and prepare final semester grades for transcripts.

Fiscal & Operational Oversight:

• Admissions & Budget: Participate in establishing student admissions criteria and procedures. Monitor department budgets and expenditures to ensure a sustainable and high‑performing program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the USDE.

• CODA Program Graduate: Graduate of a Dental Hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of full‑time clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist.

• Licensure: Current, active license or credential required by state and federal laws to work as a Dental Hygienist in the state of Texas.

• Educational Background: Documented background in educational methodology, instructional strategies, and current knowledge of specific subjects taught.

• Experience: Demonstrated administrative and instructional experience; prior teaching experience in a CODA‑accredited program is strongly preferred.