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