Adjunct Clinical Instructor, Dental Assisting - Montgomery Community College - Troy, NC

Position Description The Adjunct Dental Assisting Clinical Instructor provides clinical and laboratory instruction and supervision to students enrolled in the Dental Assisting Program. The instructor facilitates student learning in clinical/laboratory settings, evaluates student performance, promotes patient safety, and supports the mission of the community college by maintaining high educational and professional standards. Essential Responsibilities Supervise and instruct dental assisting students during clinical, laboratory, and patient care experiences. Demonstrate and reinforce proper clinical techniques, infection control procedures, patient management skills, and professional conduct. Evaluate student clinical performance using established program competencies and grading criteria. Provide constructive feedback to assist students in developing clinical skills and critical thinking abilities. Ensure compliance with program policies, accreditation standards, OSHA regulations, HIPAA requirements, and state dental practice laws. Monitor patient care activities to ensure quality treatment and patient safety. Maintain accurate records of student attendance, clinical competencies, evaluations, and grades. Collaborate with full-time faculty regarding student progress, remediation plans, and curriculum implementation. Participate in faculty meetings, professional development activities, and program assessment activities as requested. Assist in maintaining clinical equipment, supplies, and instructional materials. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports student success. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist students during clinical procedures for extended periods. Ability to demonstrate dental hygiene techniques and operate clinical equipment. Ability to lift and move supplies and equipment as needed. Work Schedule Part-time, adjunct position. Schedule may include daytime, evening, or weekend clinical assignments based on program needs. Hours vary by semester and enrollment. Qualifications & Degree Requirements Diploma in dental assisting from a CODA accredited program and a current DANB CDA certification. Current CPR certification for healthcare providers. Minimum of three years of recent clinical dental assisting experience. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively supervise and mentor students in a clinical and laboratory setting. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in education and/or healthcare related field. Prior teaching, clinical instruction, or preceptorship experience. Experience with electronic dental records and educational technology. Knowledge of accreditation standards established by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Experience working in a community college environment. Supplemental Information Montgomery Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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