Dentist (DDS) - Dental Hygiene Clinic

Pima Medical Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a Clinical Dentist to support our Dental Hygiene Program at the San Antonio campus. This on-site role provides essential dental oversight while collaborating with students, instructors, and clinical staff on a 20-hour per week daytime schedule.

The ideal candidate is a licensed dentist passionate about mentorship and delivering high-quality patient care, helping shape the next generation of dental hygiene professionals within a teaching clinic setting.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from CODA-accredited program.
• Active Texas dental license.
• Minimum of three years of active clinical practice.
• Clinical teaching or preceptor experience desirable.
• Strong communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and patient care in the dental hygiene clinic.
• Supervise and mentor student dental hygienists and externs during live clinical practice.
• Prescribe radiographs and diagnostic services in accordance with Texas State Board regulations.
• Deliver lectures or laboratory instruction as assigned by the Program Director.
• Support clinic operations and participate in faculty clinical meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentorship

Teaching experience

Education

DDS/DMD degree

Tools

Dental management software

Job description

• On-site
• Faculty All Others
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DENTI008192

Description

Clinic Dentist

Schedule: Day Shifts

Compensation: $48.01 – $62.41 per hour

Position Summary

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Clinical Dentist to support our Dental Hygiene Program at our San Antonio campus. In this vital role, you will provide essential dental oversight while collaborating with students, instructors, and clinical staff across a 20-hour per week daytime schedule.

The ideal candidate is a licensed dentist passionate about mentorship, ready to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, and eager to help shape the next generation of dental hygiene professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Oversight & Patient Care:

Dental Services & Supervision: Provide comprehensive dental services within the dental hygiene clinic and supervise clinical care during medical emergencies.

Diagnostics & Prescriptions: Prescribe and oversee radiographic and diagnostic services in strict accordance with Texas State Board regulations.

Clinical Guidance: Supervise, evaluate, and mentor student dental hygienists and dental assistant externs during live clinical practice.

Didactic Support: Deliver classroom lectures or laboratory instruction as assigned by the Program Director.

Operations & Professional Engagement:

Clinic Operations: Support day-to-day clinic workflows, participate in faculty clinical meetings, and attend in-service educational training sessions.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: DDS or DMD degree from an institution accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).

Licensure: Active, unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of Texas.

Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of active clinical practice preferred.

Teaching Background: Prior experience in a clinical teaching, supervisory, or preceptor role is highly desirable.

Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with computer applications and dental management software.

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