Job Summary
The Supervising Dentist will supervise dental program students during clinical procedures.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Clinical Supervision:
- Provide direct clinical supervision to dental program students during patient care.
- Ensure students adhere to clinical protocols and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Conduct regular assessments of clinical competencies and skills development.
- Address any issues related to infection control and safety in the clinical setting.
- 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 Development:
- 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.
Clinical Protocols and Procedures:
- Ensure students understand and follow established clinical protocols and procedures.
- Maintain clinical guidelines to align with industry best practices.
- Monitor compliance with safety regulations and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Student Mentorship:
- Act as a mentor to dental program students.
- Provide guidance on professional growth.
- Assist students in navigating challenges related to clinical experiences.
- Foster a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for students.
Quality Assurance:
- Implement quality assurance measures to ensure program effectiveness.
- Conduct periodic assessments of student clinical work, program outcomes, and student performance.
- Collaborate with accreditation bodies to maintain program accreditation.
- Implement evidence-based practices to enhance the quality of education.
Community Engagement:
- Foster partnerships with local dental clinics and healthcare facilities.
- Facilitate community outreach programs to promote oral health awareness.
- Encourage student participation in community service activities.
- Establish and maintain relationships with industry professionals for potential collaborations.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education: Professional Degree
DDS/DMD; Current license, active and unrestricted, to practice Dentistry in the state of WI Graduate of an accredited dental school through the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
Experience: 2 Years
Additional Experience Information:
- Clinical knowledge to practice comprehensive dentistry, including diagnosis and treatment of oral health issues.
- Must have at least two (2) years of full-time or equivalent of clinical experience in dentistry.
- Current in CPR
Other Requirements
DDS; Current license to practice Dentistry in the state of Wisconsin