Dental Hygiene / Assisting - Program Director

Description :

Dental Hygiene / Assisting - Program Director

Salary Range - $130,000-$150,000 annually

Sign On and Relocation Bonus Available

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) - with Employer Contribution

South College - We are one of the nation's fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

Over 16,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online

Dental Hygiene / Assisting - Program Director Description

South College Nashville is seeking a Dental Hygiene Program Director to jump in and grow our already thriving Dental Hygiene Program! The Program director has full control and oversight of all 3 Dental Programs. These programs admit students twice a year in the Spring and Fall quarters with Cohorts in Dental Assisting reaching a maximum of 24 students and the Cohorts in Dental Hygiene reaching a maximum of 40 students.

Why South College Dental Hygiene?

CODA Accredited

Consistently close to 100% board pass rates

Looking to expand the clinic and acquire 10 more observatories. Would bring the Clinic itself close to 10,000 square feet.

Capital Investment- North of $5 million.

The Program Director will provide instruction and implement the Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs, educating students in the study of dental hygiene and dental assisting in accordance with the Commission on Dental Accreditation curriculum standards and objectives.

Programs Offered :

Associate's in Dental Hygiene

Bachelor's in Dental Hygiene

Certificate in Dental Assisting

Facilities :

Fully operational Open to the public Dental Clinic

27 observatories, 7 of which are Radiography equipped

Pre Clinic Simulation Lab

Sterilization Lab

Wet / Dry Lab

Equipment

All the observatories are from Henry Schein, ADEC equipment, etc. State-of-the-art equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.

Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans.

Demonstrate and assist students with lab procedures and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.

Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives and established curriculum.

Review student success rates and implement plan to reduce student withdrawals. Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.

Maintain an 95% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.

Maintain student grades and prepare final grades at the end of each sequence to update student records and transcripts.

Evaluate student performance and achievements in curriculum and activities.

Make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.

Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to clinics and dental offices.

Assist and advise students with Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting program curricula.

Monitor student academic progress.

May assist and coordinate externships for Dental Assisting students.

Requirements : Education

Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene or Dental Assisting program and five years of occupational experience as a Dental Hygienist or Dental Assistant.

Master's degree in a related field.

Licensure

Current CPR Certification.

Current licenses, certifications, or other designations as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Dental Hygienist / Dental Assistant field.

Experience

Proficient in didactic and clinical four-handed dentistry.

Possess current knowledge and experience in Dental Hygiene and / or Dental Assisting.

Aware of state requirements governing Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs.

Possess credential offered by the Dental Assisting National Board or the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination.

Verbal and written communications skills