Dental Hygiene Supervising Dentist - Howard Community College - Columbia, MD

About Us Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020. Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here! Position Title Dental Hygiene Supervising Dentist FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week Up to 25 Work Schedule Monday-Friday Position Salary Range $60.00-$65.00 per hour Summary The supervising dentists will be evaluating clinical procedures with a few exceptions. The periodontal scaling (including ultrasonic scaling) and root planing procedures are to be evaluated by the dental hygiene program faculty. The supervising dentist must be an excellent communicator and licensed to practice dentistry in Maryland. Essential Role Responsibilities Assessment of oral abnormalities Radiographic interpretations Dental hygiene faculty, student and patient consultations Referrals as needed As indicated by a patient’s medical or dental history, prescription of medications such as antibiotics for premedication and antimicrobials for dental hygiene therapy Administration and instruction of local anesthesia Administration and instruction of nitrous oxide Role model for students and public relations with clinic patient volunteers Emergency director during emergency situations in the clinical setting Member of Dental Hygiene Program Advisory Board Lecturer for dental hygiene courses Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited dental school with a degree in dentistry Current licensure to practice dentistry in the state of Maryland Current CPR certification Current with continuing education in accordance with the requirements of the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners Current member of the A Current CPR certification Teaching methodology background Eligible to be a member in good standing of the ADA, MDA, and local component dental societies. Current with Continuing Education credits in accordance with the requirements of the Maryland Dental Association Current knowledge of OSHA & HIPAA guidelines Minimum Education Required Doctorate Experience Required 2 Preferred Experience Prior teaching experience Member of the American Dental Association Member of local component of dental society Physical Demand Summary Division Teaching & Learning Services Department Health, Science, & Technology Posting Detail Information Posting Number NB235P Number of Vacancies 1 Best Consideration Date Job Open Date 09/26/2025 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? Applicant Instructions *Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college’s application in full). Quick Link for Internal Postings https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5243 EEO Statement Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.

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