Dental Radiology Lab Instructor - Springfield Technical Community College

Springfield Technical Community College; Springfield (MA); In loco; USD 68.000 - 97.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Springfield Technical Community College is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Licensed Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Hygienist to serve as a part-time Dental Radiology Lab Instructor within the Workforce Development Dental Radiology Program.

The instructor will provide hands-on instruction in dental radiographic techniques, guide students in radiographic practice, and uphold safety and infection control standards, with evening laboratory sessions and up to four 3-hour labs per month.

Competenze

• Current Massachusetts licensure as a Dental Assistant or Dental Hygienist.
• Proficiency in obtaining and evaluating dental radiographs (bitewings, periapicals, FMX).
• Excellent communication and ability to provide feedback to students.

Mansioni

• Provide hands-on instruction in dental radiographic techniques (bitewing, periapical, FMX, panoramic).
• Demonstrate patient positioning and radiographic equipment operation.
• Guide labs using dental radiographic equipment, sensors, and manikins.
• Evaluate student performance and clinical competencies.
• Reinforce radiation safety and infection control.
• Assist students in identifying radiographic errors.
• Prepare lab stations and assist with clean-up.
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure consistency in instruction and assessment.
• Maintain a supportive, professional learning environment.

Conoscenze

Dental radiography expertise

Patient communication

Teaching ability

Formazione

Massachusetts dental licensure

Strumenti

Digital dental radiography

Panoramic imaging

Descrizione del lavoro

Category: Workforce Development/Adult Basic Education (ABE)

About Springfield Technical Community College :

Located on 35 acres of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site and founded in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a major resource for the economic vitality of Western Massachusetts. As the only technical community college in Massachusetts, STCC offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital Multimedia, IT Security, Nursing, Robotics, Sonography, Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advance Manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year. STCC's highly-regarded transfer programs in Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Science and Technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, STCC is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Respect, is one of the Core Values of the College and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect, we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all. Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

Job Description:

Springfield Technical Community College is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Licensed Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Hygienist to serve as a part-time Dental Radiology Lab Instructor within the Workforce Development Dental Radiology Program.

STCC's Workforce Development Dental Radiology Program provides dental assistants with the education and hands-on training needed to develop competency in dental radiographic procedures. The program combines online learning with in-person laboratory instruction to promote safe, effective, and confident radiographic practices.

The Dental Radiology Lab Instructor plays an important role in helping students translate classroom knowledge into practical clinical skills.

The instructor will provide hands-on instruction and guidance to students developing the skills necessary to safely and effectively obtain dental radiographs. This position is ideal for a dental professional who enjoys teaching, mentoring, and supporting the on-the-job training dental assistants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on instruction in dental radiographic techniques, including bitewing, periapical, full-mouth series (FMX), and panoramic radiography.
• Demonstrate proper patient positioning, radiographic equipment operation, and image acquisition techniques.
• Guide students through laboratory exercises using dental radiographic equipment, digital sensors, and dental manikins.
• Evaluate student performance, radiographic images, and clinical competencies.
• Reinforce radiation safety, infection control, and proper equipment handling.
• Assist students in identifying and correcting radiographic errors.
• Prepare laboratory stations and equipment before instructional sessions and assist with clean-up.
• Collaborate with program faculty to ensure consistency in instruction, assessment, and program expectations.
• Maintain a supportive, professional, and engaging learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Current Massachusetts licensure as a Dental Assistant or Dental Hygienist.
• Proficiency in obtaining and evaluating dental radiographs, including bitewings, periapicals, and full-mouth series.
• Strong understanding of dental radiographic techniques, radiation safety, and infection control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate techniques clearly and provide constructive feedback to students.
• Availability to teach evening laboratory sessions.

Preferred:

• Previous teaching, clinical training, or mentoring experience.
• Experience with digital dental radiography and panoramic imaging.
• Familiarity with dental radiology competency assessments.
• Experience working with adult learners or workforce development programs.

Work Schedule:

• Up to four 3-hour laboratory sessions per month (12 hours of instruction per course)
• Evenings (5:30 to 8:30 PM)

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: $60.00 per hour
Benefits: No, Part Time Position
Union: Non-Union
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:

Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

STCC conducts a pre‑employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.

POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY:

Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affiant Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at [e-mail], the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.