Dept of Periodontics, Assistant Professor​/Clinical, Dental Hygienist

Dept of Periodontics, Assistant Professor/Clinical, Dental Hygienist

UT Health San Antonio, School of Dentistry

The Department of Periodontics, Division of Dental Hygiene at the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry is seeking applications for a full-time faculty position focused on providing laboratory, clinical and didactic instruction for dental hygiene students.

Master’s degree in dental hygiene or related field preferred; or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS, DMD, or BDS).

Registered dental hygienist or dentist with a current Texas license.

Three years of clinical experience.

Educational experience, preferred but not required.

• Designing and delivering instruction in clinical, laboratory, and didactic settings.
• Serving as a professional role model for students.
• Assisting with the coordination of clinical activities and student schedules.
• Teaching and course administration in the Entry Level, Bachelor Completion, and Master’s level courses, using case-based instruction, group discussion, clinical lecture, demonstration, and simulation.
• Participating in the faculty practice clinic of the department.

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees who work at least 20 hours a week and hold an appointment of at least 4.5 months.

• Medical – UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for full‑time employees, with covered family members and discounted copays when using UT Health Physicians.
• Dental – Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and families through Delta Dental Insurance Company.
• Vision – Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services with two plan options.
• Disability – Enrollment in Disability Insurance provides income if a non‑work related illness or injury prevents working.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Employees can pre‑taxly set aside money for eligible dependent day care or out‑of‑pocket health care expenses.
• Retirement – Eligible employees may choose the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP).
• Time Off – Generous paid leave options include front‑loaded Paid Time Off, an Extended Illness Bank, Paid Family Leave, holidays, and discounts on services.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.