Supervising Clinical Hygienist

Northcentral Technical College
United States, Wisconsin, Wausau
1000 West Campus Drive (Show on map)
Jan 12, 2025
Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC). NTC offers outstanding career opportunities to work in a stimulating and diverse environment with state-of-the art facilities. If you have a desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we'd love for you to join our team! Job Description & Qualifications: Job Summary The Supervising Clinical Hygienist will supervise dental program students during clinical procedures. Essential Functions and Responsibilities The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodation. Clinical Oversight: Provide direct clinical supervision to dental program students. Ensure students adhere to clinical protocols and maintain high standards of patient care. Monitor and evaluate students' clinical performance, offering constructive feedback. Conduct regular assessments of clinical competencies and skills development. Monitor compliance with infection control and safety regulations and implement corrective actions when necessary. Offer guidance on patient interaction and communication skills. Review and evaluate students' clinical performance and provide constructive feedback. Monitor students' adherence to ethical and professional standards in patient care. Demonstrate the NTC Core Abilities and Standards of Teaching Excellence in the delivery of instruction Curriculum Integration: Collaborate with faculty to integrate clinical experiences into the dental hygiene curriculum. Assist in the implementation of practical, hands-on learning opportunities for students. Incorporate industry advancements and evidence-based practices into clinical education. Supports and implements assessment tools for evaluating clinical proficiency. Student Mentorship: Serve as a mentor to dental program students, providing guidance and support. Provide guidance on career development and professional growth. Assist students in navigating challenges related to clinical experiences. Assist students in setting and achieving clinical learning objectives. Serves as a resource person to dental hygiene students, complies with and reinforces clinic policies, and serves as a model of professionalism with which students may identify Foster a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for students. Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance measures to assess and improve clinical education, and ensure program effectiveness. Conduct assessments of clinical work, program outcomes, and student performance. Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and assist in accreditation processes. Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies for enhancement. Implement evidence-based practices to enhance the quality of education. Stay informed about industry best practices to maintain program excellence. Professional Development: Encourage faculty participation in relevant workshops, conferences, and training. Stay abreast of changes in dental hygiene practices and technology. Mentor faculty in adopting new technologies and teaching methodologies. Foster a culture of support, encouragement, and continuous learning among clinical hygiene staff. Community Engagement: Establish and maintain relationships with local dental clinics and healthcare facilities. Encourage student involvement in community service initiatives. Collaborate with external partners to enhance clinical placement opportunities for students. Minimum Qualifications Required In limited circumstances, NTC may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position. Education:Bachelor's Degree Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school through the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). Experience:2 Years Additional Experience Information: Must be licensed by the Wisconsin State Board of Dental Examiners. Must hold certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration as granted by State of WI Department of Safety and Professional Services. Must have at least two (2) years of full-time or equivalent (4,000 hours) of current clinical experience in Dental Hygienist Current in CPR Knowledge, Skills and Abilities In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including language skills, reasoning and mathematical abilities are essential. Language Skills: Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret complex documents; present topics to internal and external individuals of all levels. Math Skills: Ability to perform and work complex calculations, make comparisons, interpret and provide logical explanations to others. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions to critically create resolutions; interpret instructions in mathematical or diagram form with abstract and concrete variables. Technical Skills: Ability to perform complex operations in a variety of job-specific systems, understand functionality to apply advanced functions, manage/customize and create calculations with data. Customer Service Skills: Ability to understand complex concerns and formulate solutions; communicate professionally with various audiences in different situations. Other Requirements Must hold Dental Hygiene license from the state of Wisconsin. Physical Requirements Carrying/Lifting 10-25lbs - Low Carrying/Lifting 25-50lbs - Low Carrying/Lifting > 50lbs - N/A Sitting - Medium Standing/walking/climbing - Medium Squatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending - Low Repetitive Hand/Foot Movement - Medium Pushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder - Low Work Environment Indoor/Office Work Environment - High Outdoor Weather Conditions - N/A Irritated or Agitated Individuals - Low Hostile or Violent Individuals - Low Hazardous Fumes/Odors/Toxic Chemicals - Low Confined Spaces (as identified by OSHA) - Low Work-Related Travel - Low Smell Requirement: Medium Specific Vision: High Hearing: High Taste: N/A