Supervising Dentist (Three Days per Week)

NTC; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Northcentral Technical College in Wisconsin seeks a Supervising Dentist to oversee dental program students during clinical procedures and ensure high standards of patient care.

The role requires a DDS or DMD, active Wisconsin license, and CODA-accredited graduate. You will mentor students, supervise clinical activities, and support curriculum integration and accreditation efforts in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree and Wisconsin license (active, unrestricted).
• Graduate of an accredited dental school through CODA.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical dentistry experience.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical supervision to dental program students during patient care.
• Ensure students adhere to clinical protocols and high standards of patient care.
• Assess clinical competencies and guide skills development.
• Address infection control and safety in the clinical setting.
• Provide feedback on student performance and maintain professional standards.
• Collaborate on curriculum integration and hands-on learning opportunities.
• Support accreditation and program quality assurance.
• Engage with local clinics for community partnerships.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Curriculum development

Mentorship

Communication

Infection control

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Wisconsin dental license (active)

CODA-accredited school graduate

Job description

**Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC).** **NTC offers outstanding career opportunities on a modern campus with state-of-the-art technology that allows for a collaborative learning and work environment. If you have a desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we'd love for you to join our team!****Job Description & Qualifications:****Job Summary**The Supervising Dentist will supervise dental program students during clinical procedures.**This role is scheduled to work Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.****Essential Functions and Responsibilities**The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodation.Clinical Supervision:* Provide direct clinical supervision to dental program students during patient care.* Ensure students adhere to clinical protocols and maintain high standards of patient care.* Conduct regular assessments of clinical competencies and skills development.* Address any issues related to infection control and safety in the clinical setting.* Offer guidance on patient interaction and communication skills.* Review and evaluate students' clinical performance and provide constructive feedback.* Monitor students' adherence to ethical and professional standards in patient care.* Demonstrate the NTC Core Abilities and Standards of Teaching Excellence in the delivery of instructionCurriculum Development:* Collaborate with faculty to integrate clinical experiences into the dental hygiene curriculum.* Assist in the implementation of practical, hands-on learning opportunities for students.* Incorporate industry advancements and evidence-based practices into clinical education.* Supports and implements assessment tools for evaluating clinical proficiency.Clinical Protocols and Procedures:* Ensure students understand and follow established clinical protocols and procedures.* Maintain clinical guidelines to align with industry best practices.* Monitor compliance with safety regulations and implement corrective actions when necessary.Student Mentorship:* Act as a mentor to dental program students.* Provide guidance on professional growth.* Assist students in navigating challenges related to clinical experiences.* Foster a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for students.Quality Assurance:* Implement quality assurance measures to ensure program effectiveness.* Conduct periodic assessments of student clinical work, program outcomes, and student performance.* Collaborate with accreditation bodies to maintain program accreditation.* Implement evidence-based practices to enhance the quality of education.Community Engagement:* Foster partnerships with local dental clinics and healthcare facilities.* Facilitate community outreach programs to promote oral health awareness.* Encourage student participation in community service activities.* Establish and maintain relationships with industry professionals for potential collaborations.**Minimum Qualifications Required**In limited circumstances, NTC may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.**Education:** Professional DegreeDDS/DMD; Current license, active and unrestricted, to practice Dentistry in the state of WI Graduate of an accredited dental school through the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)**Experience:** 2 Years**Additional Experience Information:*** Clinical knowledge to practice comprehensive dentistry, including diagnosis and treatment of oral health issues.* Must have at least two (2) years of full-time or equivalent of clinical experience in dentistry.* Current in CPR**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including language skills, reasoning and mathematical abilities are essential.**Language Skills:**Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret complex documents; present topics to internal and external individuals of all levels.**Math Skills:**Ability to perform and work complex calculations, make comparisons, interpret and provide logical explanations to others.**Reasoning Ability:**Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions to critically create resolutions; interpret instructions in mathematical or diagram form with abstract and concrete variables.**Technical Skills:**Ability to perform complex operations in a variety of job-specific systems, understand functionality to apply advanced functions, manage/customize and create calculations with data.**Customer Service Skills:**Ability to understand complex concerns and formulate solutions; communicate professionally with various audiences in different situations.**Other Requirements**DDS; Current license to practice Dentistry in the state of Wisconsin**Physical Requirements**Carrying/Lifting 10-25lbs - LowCarrying/Lifting 25-50lbs - LowCarrying/Lifting > 50lbs - N/ASitting - MediumStanding/walking/climbing - MediumSquatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending - LowRepetitive Hand/Foot Movement - MediumPushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder - Low**Work Environment**Indoor/Office Work Environment - HighOutdoor Weather Conditions - N/AIrritated or Agitated Individuals - LowHostile or Violent Individuals - LowHazardous Fumes/Odors/Toxic Chemicals - LowConfined Spaces (as identified by OSHA) - LowWork-Related Travel - LowSmell Requirement: MediumSpecific Vision: HighHearing: HighTaste: N/A