Job Details

Dental Assistant Lab Instructor Faculty Part-Time

Position Number: 6465211
Location: Oregon City, OR
Position Type: Medicine - Dentistry

Dental Assistant Lab Instructor Faculty Part-Time

Salary: $91,811.20 - $183,705.60 Annually
Location: Milwaukie, OR
Job Type: Part-Time, Union
Division: Technology, Applied Science and Public Services
Job Number: 2425-00233
Closing: Continuous

Description

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a

Dental Assistant Lab Instructor
position. This is a part-time, faculty, union, exempt and non benefits-eligible position. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought.

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth. We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to the college strategic priorities and seeks to build relationships in support of community well-being.

At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit Leadership, Vision and Initiatives.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
Location: Harmony Campus Dental Lab
Anticipated minimum schedule of Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays during Fall term (Oct-Dec) and Monday, Thursday and Fridays during Winter term (Jan-March)
The instructor will have responsibilities that may include the development, implementation, management, and teaching of various dental assistant courses.
Course work provides the foundational principles required for understanding the health care field

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Work with Dental Assistant Program Director to develop course objectives and methods designed to meet instructional goals and course outlines
Instruct students in dental assistant courses
Establish and maintain a well-disciplined and orderly classroom learning environment; observe and evaluate students' work site performance
Establish and maintain safety policies and procedures for classrooms
Evaluate students' performance by assessing needs, testing skills and knowledge, and then communicating results to students
Communicate effectively with students, instructors and administrators
Evaluate, select, develop, and adapt a variety of appropriate instructional materials
Promote student and community wide awareness of CTE programs, with specific focus on the Dental Assistant program
Maintain a variety of complete and accurate records for necessary reports
Maintain and update occupational skills as they pertain to the course material

AUXILIARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

May provide assistance to other dental assistant personnel and courses as workload and staffing levels dictate
Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner

Qualifications

MINIMUM/MANDATORY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Associate's degree that is healthcare industry specific and/or certification or licensure, which includes:
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
- Radiation Health and Safety Certification (RHS)
- Certification through the Oregon Board of Dentistry (OBD) to teach courses in Radiologic Proficiency
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification or currently preparing for the CDA Certification examination

EXPERIENCE:

At least 3 years of work experience in the dental field with proof of health care knowledge and technical skills, trade, or vocations to be taught
Teaching adult learners dental skills

KNOWLEDGE:

Thorough knowledge of the subject area(s) appropriate for the class being taught

SKILLS:
Specific skills necessary to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

Successful instruction of students in the assigned area of healthcare vocational training and career development
Effective communication skills, including written and oral
Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations

ABILITIES:

Required to schedule activities; gather, collate, and/or classify data
Use basic job-related equipment
Perform and teach course-relevant terminology
Establish appropriate learning goals and objectives as well as effective lesson plans
Effectively communicate orally and in writing
Establish and maintain approved and effective discipline and order in a classroom and work site environment
Guide and advise students regarding assigned technical/vocational area(s)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred
5 years' work experience preferred

Additional Information

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application, including work history relevant to the position and attach the following electronic documents:

Resume
Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of the position.
Unofficial Transcripts
If applicable: Veteran's Preference documentation

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

Veterans' Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for positions with CCC. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service-connected pension.
Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans' disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx

Terms of Employment

All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college and requires a flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.

Those offered employment will be required to complete and sign forms before initiating background check step.
CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
CCC does not support employment permits or visas.
Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.

To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/clackamascc/jobs/5041511/dental-assistant-lab-instructor-faculty-part-time