[POOL] PT Faculty, Dental Assisting

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking applicants for a pooled, part-time hourly Faculty position in Dental Assisting at the Healthcare Occupations Center in Lebanon, Oregon.

This pool posts ongoing opportunities to review qualified candidates as needs arise, with instruction duties and department collaboration described in detail. Responsibilities include delivering instruction, advising students, developing curriculum, and participating in college committees.

Qualifications

• Show minimum qualification in education listed above clearly in your application.
• Hold active CDA certification and Oregon radiological proficiency.
• Demonstrate EFDA eligibility and infection control credentials.
• Provide evidence of CPR, First Aid, and related certifications.
• Experience working chair side in a dental office or clinic.

Responsibilities

• Promote excellence in instruction through innovative methods in the Dental Assisting Program.
• Identify and meet student learning needs and promote skills attainment.
• Teach courses, develop curricula, and assess student learning outcomes.
• Advise students and participate in program recruitment and retention activities.
• Collaborate with department and college committees and councils.
• Engage with the Dental Assisting Advisory Committee regularly.
• Maintain professional development and current practices in dental assisting.

Skills

Infection control

CPR Certification

First Aid

Chair side experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or active enrollment in a Bachelor’s Program

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

DANB CDA certification

Oregon Radiological Proficiency Certificate

Oregon Expanded Functions (EFDA)

Infection Control Certificate

Health Care Provider CPR Certification

Red Cross First Aid Card

Sealant and Temporary Soft Reline Certificates

Three years chair side experience in dental assisting

Job description

Posting

Position Information

Position Title: [POOL] PT Faculty, Dental Assisting

Department Dental Assistant

Appointment Type Part-Time Hourly

FLSA Non-Exempt

Position FTE N/A

Location Healthcare Occupations Center, Lebanon, OR

Salary Grade Not Applicable

Salary Rate See “Special Notes to Applicants” above.

Job Summary

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for “[ POOL ]” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool, and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening. Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool. The instructor reports to the Division Dean and Dental Assisting Department Chair in carrying out their assigned instructional tasks. The instructor furthers the learning environment by providing excellence in instruction, helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering clinical skills, participating in department affairs, generally advising students, contributing to curriculum development, and assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the Dental Assisting Department Chair.

Essential Duties

1. Promote excellence in instruction through innovative instructional methods in the Dental Assisting Program.
2. Identify and meet the needs for student learning. Promote student learning and skills attainment.
3. Work within the philosophy and mission of the College as an educator.
4. Develop and refine courses to include curriculum consistent with techniques used in the community. Revise and upgrade competency skills base modules as technology changes.
5. Develop course curriculum, deliver teaching to students, assess student learning. Grade papers on time, turn in grades on time.
6. Advise dental assisting students and facilitate their learning.
7. Perform assigned teaching, advising and recruiting roles, to include promoting the program and retention of students.
8. Participate as assigned on departmental and college committees and councils.
9. Actively and regularly engage in communication, collaboration and assemblies with the Dental Assisting Advisory Committee.
10. Work on a planned program of professional development to attain current knowledge and practices related to dental assisting.
11. Actively and regularly work with Dental Assistant Department Chair and other team members to maintain a unified student learning environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time and operate demanding dental equipment 35 percent of the time. Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate laboratory equipment. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and operate lab equipment. Thirty percent or more of the time duties require standing and some kneeling, stooping or crouching plus lifting of light to medium weight (10-50 pounds). Work is performed indoors with potential exposure to health or safety hazards 25% of the time. Some tasks require special handling due to hazards and contaminants. Considerable time is spent working on a computer.

Education and Experience

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet them in minimum qualifications for this position.

• Bachelor’s Degree or active and successful enrollment in a Bachelor’s Program.
• Educational preparation as a Certified Dental Assistant.
• DANB certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA).
• Oregon Radiological Proficiency Certificate; and Oregon Expanded Functions (EFDA) as currently defined by the Oregon Board of Dentistry.
• Infection Control Certificate (or the ability to certify within 90 days of hire)
• Health Care Provider Level CPR Certification (or the ability to certify within 90 days)
• Red Cross First Aid Card (or the ability to certify within 90 days)
• Pit & Fissure Sealant and Temporary Soft Reline Certificates (or the ability to certify within 90 days of hire)
• Three years chair side experience as a dental assistant and/or supervision in a dental office/clinic setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

N/A

Employment Requirement

Criminal Background Check - C4

Special Notes to Applicants

Collective Bargaining Unit Information

This position is represented by the Part-time Faculty Association .

• To read the current Part-time Faculty Association Agreement, please click here.

Salary and Compensation Information

Courses are paid on a per-credit basis. New Part-time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the payscale, with steps being “rolled” once per term, if eligible.

• View the 25/26 Academic Year Part-Time Salary Schedule at this link.
  • Table 1 illustrates the cost per credit for each step on the pay scale. Instructors new to the College typically start at the rate listed in column 1.
  • Table 3 illustrates the compensation per hour for meetings, training, advising, curriculum development, or other related work.

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Terms and conditions of employment are subject to the terms outlined in the LBCC Administrative Rules and Board Policies .
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail]

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number

0601217-NC

Posting Date

03/06/2025

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?
   • I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon
   • Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position
   • No - I am only interested in remote work
2. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa?
   • Yes - I will need future work sponsorship for a work visa
   • No - I will not need future work sponsorship for a work visa