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The University of New Haven Dental Hygiene Program is accepting applications for part-time clinical instructor positions. Please submit cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and 2 professional references to Program Director Marie Paulis at mpaulis@newhaven.edu.
Position Description:
Clinical Instructor positions range from 1-3 days per week, may include teaching
beginner or more advanced clinical students. Each position is tailored to the program’s needs at the time of hire. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Qualifications:
The applicant is required to hold an active dental hygiene license in the State of Connecticut. The applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher to teach in the clinical setting and have at least 2 years of clinical experience in the dental setting. The candidate must be CPR and local anesthesia certified.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Review and evaluate patient data, including radiographs, with student and in
consultation with dentist.
2. Answer questions and provide clinical instruction to students.
3. Follow infection control and professional guidelines as required by the University of New Haven Dental Hygiene Program, federal and state agencies, and accrediting bodies.
4. Remain current with and execute emergency care procedures when necessary, and in consultation with the clinical coordinator and clinic dentist.
5. Assist in the general care and daily maintenance of the dental hygiene clinic.
6. Assist the clinical coordinator with grading and teaching calibration.
7. Utilize documentation methods established by the program for patient care and student assessment and complete in a timely manner.
8. Attend department meetings as requested.