Adjunct Faculty, Dental Programs

Location : Panama City Main Campus

Job Type : Part-Time

Job Number : 202400022

Division : Academic Affairs

Department : Health Sciences

Opening Date : 10 / 21 / 2024

FLSA : Exempt

Description

ALL APPLICANTS MUST RESIDE IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA (FACE TO FACE ONLY)

The primary functions of this position are :

Teach in assigned didactic, clinical (direct patient care), lab and / or simulated labs while supervising student participation as required by specific course objectives.

Provide expertise and guidance during treatment of dental patients in accordance with the Florida State Dental Practice Act

This position is sensitive and will require a criminal background check. Notice of E 'Verify participation.

Examples of Duties

• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

Meet all course, laboratory and / or clinical requirements or assignments.

Return patient charts in a timely manner.

Maintain current knowledge of discipline (via professional development), educational methodologies, CODA accreditation standards and college and program policies and procedures.

Supervise and provide didactic and clinical instruction as assigned while utilizing techniques and knowledge of the discipline that facilitates student learning.

Work as a team player within the dental programs department and work collaboratively with colleagues, businesses, advisory committees, and other educational partners.

Provide availability to meet with allied dental students as outlined in the GCSC Adjunct Faculty Handbook.

Cooperate with the Program Coordinator(s) in periodic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of courses and program objectives.

OTHER DUTIES :

The ability to travel locally and out of town on college related business and training may be required.

There are no "faculty practice" privileges granted within the GCSC Dental Programs. Employees may not utilize the GCSC Dental Clinic / Lab or any dental program facilities for personal use / gain or to provide dental services to patients who are not scheduled in an assigned Dental Programs clinical or laboratory course.

Other duties may be assigned by the Assistant Coordinator(s) of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting and / or the Coordinator of Dental Programs

Typical Qualifications

Dental Hygiene faculty and Dental Assisting didactic faculty - must possess a Bachelor's or higher in the field or acceptable degree based to accreditation standards.

Registered Dental Hygienist with local anesthesia certification (or willing to obtain within 6 months of employment), Dentist, or DANB certified Dental Assisting - current license / certification in good standing

CPR for Healthcare Providers

Current immunizations as required by the Dental Programs

3-4 years relevant experience

Supplemental Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the environment is moderate.

PHYSICAL / TECHNICAL STANDARDS :

The physical / technical standards described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must be able to meet the Technical Standards requirements for the particular field.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, and feel. The employee is regularly required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee has visualized the dental clinic, laboratory and classroom settings and is capable of functioning within these physical conditions. The employee may be required to lift and / or move up to 40 pounds and climb / balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus as well as ability to determine the color of objects.

Gulf Coast State College does not discriminate against any person in its programs, activities, policies or procedures on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, marital status, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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