Clinical Instructor- Dental Hygiene Studies

Job DetailsJob Location: Hillsboro Professional Campus - Hillsboro, OR 97123-4218Job Category: Faculty and Staff Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Clinical Instructor provides laboratory and clinical instruction for dental hygiene students in an on campus clinical facility, and may include off-campus fieldwork sites. This is a full-time, 0.8, 9-month faculty position with primary responsibility for laboratory and clinical teaching, and limited expectation for scholarly contributions or university service. The teaching load for this position includes approximately 25-28 hours of laboratory and clinical teaching per week for both the fall and spring semesters with the expectation to teach in one evening clinic per week. Clinical teaching may include off-campus fieldwork sites. Remaining time each week will be spent on clinical support activities. Weekly work schedule will be established each semester based on laboratory and clinical schedule and may include evening hours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide laboratory and clinical instruction and supervision for dental hygiene students. 
Evaluate student clinical skills, give constructive feedback and provide remediation. 
Monitor patient care to ensure that patients receive safe and appropriate care. 
Assist with orientation, calibration and supervision of part-time clinical instructors. 
Assess the completeness and accuracy of student, patient and clinic records. 
Maintain confidentiality of information related to students, patients, faculty and staff. 
Monitor student, patient and instructor compliance with clinical policies and procedures. 
Serve as a role model for the dental hygiene profession. 
Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of clinic equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and clinic protocols 
Assist Clinic coordinators with pre- and post-semester supply distribution and inventory 
Lead pre- and post- semester clinic preparation 
 

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

Other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

JOB SCOPE

The Clinical Instructor is primarily self-directed with some guidance from the Director of Clinical Operations. The Clinical Instructor has decision-making authority within the parameters of this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

The Clinical Instructor will provide supervision for 4-8 part-time clinical instructors when a lead clinic faculty member is not available.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene or related field; master’s degree preferred
Oregon dental hygiene license with local anesthesia endorsement, nitrous oxide permit and restorative functions endorsement; expanded practice permit preferred 
Current knowledge of dental infection control procedures, radiation safety, emergency management, HIPAA and FERPA
Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
Formal preparation in educational theory and teaching methods
Knowledge of current concepts in dental hygiene and dental hygiene education
Current teaching experience in clinical dental hygiene education
Current clinical experience as a licensed dental hygienist
Experience working with patients who have limited access to dental care
Experience with computer-based dental practice management systems 
Experience with Microsoft Office computer software including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS

Demonstrates high level of organizational skill and attention to detail
Organizes tasks, sets priorities and manages multiple projects
Works both independently and as a team member
Communicates effectively with students, patients, faculty and staff
Speaks and understands basic Spanish appropriate to a dental setting
Establishes professional relationships and maintains appropriate boundaries
Responds appropriately to stressful situations, accidents and emergencies
Presents a professional appearance and attitude

WORKING CONDITIONS

Primary work setting is a 16-chair dental clinic teaching facility located on the health professions campus of a private university.  Some work may be scheduled at off-campus fieldwork sites.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

__Sedentary work   __Light work   X  Medium work   __Heavy work   __Very Heavy work    X  Visual acuity

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please upload your resume, cover letter and three professional references along with your Paycom application.  Persons who do not follow and complete the application process are not applicants and will not be considered for employment.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the selection process, we will strive to provide timely notifications. The selection process may vary from recruitment to recruitment but typically includes multiple interviews and may take several weeks depending on the position. All qualified applicants will be notified once the selection process has closed.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and continue to work without employer visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

At Pacific University, we are dedicated to offering experiences that are authentic, holistic, equity-minded, and responsive. Our communal success rests on the recognition that complex problems and effective solutions are best approached by teams with a variety of diverse perspectives. and life experiences. As we continue to develop our equity practices, we actively promote access to opportunities and equitable pay for all employees.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs where they are unsure if they can perform every function in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about how your background and skill set may qualify you for the role.

We, who make up Pacific University, aspire to become a community of purpose where everyone is enabled to be wholly and comfortably who they are; accountable for inclusive behaviors and practices; built on trust, civility, care, openness, and honest conversations often around critical subjects. We know that these values are critical to prepare for a global world with complex problems, through an asset-based mindset so that everyone is afforded an opportunity to succeed. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is respected, their contributions are valued, and they are provided opportunities to succeed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees. Current benefits include:

Generous paid time off (for vacation, holidays—including winter break—and sick leave)
Medical coverage with alternative care options (with in-network services covered at 100% after payroll deduction)
Comprehensive dental and vision plans
Generous retirement contribution after one year of service with no match required
Free mental health appointments
Tuition remission for employees and their dependent child(ren) who meet eligibility requirements
On-campus benefits, including free access to our sports facility and library 
Discounts on campus food, bookstore purchases, clinic services. 

ACCOMMODATIONS & INCLUSION

We welcome and encourage applications from neurodivergent individuals and people with disabilities. If you need any accommodations or support at any stage of the application or interview process such as receiving interview questions in advance, alternative assessment formats, or extra time please let us know by emailing Catheryn Coupland [email protected] We are committed to providing an accessible process that allows you to demonstrate your strengths.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws, including those concerning employment and workplace policies. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory and inclusive work environment. We are proud to encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from historically underrepresented groups.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

Pacific University makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Applicable laws include, but are not limited to, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs at 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116 or via email at [email protected].