Dental Hygiene Program Adjunct (part-time) Faculty **Updated

Dental Hygiene Program Adjunct (part-time) Faculty

This is a part-time clinical adjunct position in the Dental Hygiene Program. This position performs instruction-related duties and responsibilities for the Division of Health Sciences and the Dental Hygiene degree program in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies and procedures of the college. Our students and faculty have access to a Dental Clinic located on campus.

Faculty Tenure Track
- No

Faculty Rank
- Non tenure track

Department
- Dental Hygiene

Division
- Health Sciences

Appointment Type
- Faculty

Contract Term
- Other

Semester
- Fall

Compensation
- Hourly

Salary - $38/hour

The Dental Hygiene Program is looking for a part-time clinical adjunct for Mondays and Fill-In. This position provides clinical instruction for both 1st and 2nd year dental hygiene students.

Provide constructive clinical feedback to students in a clinical setting on the Great Falls College Campus;
Facilitate lab experiences for students learning new skills and concepts;
Maintain current knowledge in specific subjects teaching and current educational methodology concepts consistent with teaching assignments; and Participate in the process of maintaining program accreditation through the ADA Commission on Dental Accreditation.

AA or equivalent in Dental Hygiene; RDH or dental licensure for the State of Montana or be eligible for licensure;
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills;
Current local anesthesia licensure or eligible for licensure;
Graduated from an accredited dental or dental hygiene program; and Minimum of two years clinical experience in dental hygiene which includes administering local anesthesia.

Teaching experience in a post-secondary educational institute; and Minimum of two years clinical experience in dental hygiene

The College
- Great Falls College MSU is a comprehensive two-year college located on a beautiful 20-acre campus that serves approximately 1,000 students a year in the heart of Montana, with easy access to outstanding outdoor opportunities, including the 60-mile River's Edge Trail on the Missouri River in and around Great Falls. Great Falls College offers courses and programs in health sciences, trades, computer technology and accounting, with a robust offering of online classes and programs.

Many students also take advantage of transfer opportunities, and the college has a large number of dual enrollment students. Great Falls College, which has 128 FTE faculty, staff and administrators, is one of four units of Montana State University and MSU's only "stand-alone" two-year college. The college has three state-of-the-art science labs, a simulated hospital, an expansive library and resource center, and an Industrial Trades building.

An 11,000 square foot addition to Great Falls College's dental clinic will provide dental hygiene and dental assisting students, patients, faculty and staff with an incredibly modern space that also will allow the only dental hygiene program in the state to admit 25 students each year instead of 18. There also is an infant through preschool learning center that provides early learning opportunities for children of students and the community.

A one-stop Student Central area and remodeled bookstore support students. MSU–Northern's Great Falls satellite campus is located at Great Falls College MSU, offering four-year and graduate degrees. Great Falls College has a reputation for high-quality educational programming delivered with a student-centered philosophy. The College constantly evaluates its educational offerings to provide challenging, high-demand programs leading to transfer Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees, and terminal Associate of Applied Science degrees.

One-year Certificates and professional certifications are also offered. As a comprehensive two-year college, credit and non-credit community enrichment, customized training and contract courses are provided. Day, evening, weekend, and online classes are offered. The core values of Great Falls College MSU are:
Quality education, Student-centeredness, Responsiveness to community and industry needs

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number - F00084P

Number of Vacancies - 1

Desired Start Date - 08/22/2024

Open Date - 06/26/2024

Open until filled
- Yes

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