Deadline to Apply: 4/13/2024

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.

The Clinical Coordinator instructs dental hygiene clinical sessions in pre-clinic 1st year and clinical sessions in the 1st and 2nd year. Instructs in Radiology laboratory in first year and instructs in Dental Materials laboratory in 2nd year. Participates in the ongoing development of clinical manual, accreditation planning, and preparation of clinics for each semester along with labs in conjunction with courses taught. Non-teaching assignments include clinical advising, and preparation of clinic for each semester students are enrolled in the dental hygiene program.

Application review will begin immediately. Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Dental Hygienist licensed in Virginia or eligible for Virginia dental hygiene licensure
• Bachelors degree in dental hygiene or related field
• Basic computer and email skills
• Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certification
• Experience teaching in the pre-clinical, clinical, and laboratory setting.
• Knowledge and experience in equipment troubleshooting, ordering supplies, SADHA, participating in accreditation and CDCA clinical exams.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Eaglesoft Dental Software Management program
• Ability to communicate with a diverse community of faculty, staff and students.
• Commitment to teaching excellence with an enthusiasm for teaching.
• Ability to use technology to enhance instruction.
• Ability to effectively teach in classrooms and labs.
• Excellent interpersonal, and time-management skills.
• Ability to utilize campus resources including software and college learning management systems.

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