Dental Hygiene Site Coordinator

Title Dental Hygiene Site Coordinator Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Location Albemarle - 003 FLSA Exempt Hiring Range $70,000 - $76,000 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Department Health and Life Sciences Employment type 12-month Faculty, exempt Position Purpose The Dental Hygiene Site Coordinator will serve as the on‑site instructional and clinical coordination lead at PVCC and will work closely with the Germanna Dental Hygiene Program Director, PVCC faculty, clinical partners, and the PVCC Dean of Health and Life Sciences. The position is responsible for laboratory instruction, coordination of clinical placements, and day‑to‑day management of the instructional site to ensure compliance with accreditation standards, program policies, and student learning outcomes. The position supports a new instructional partnership between PVCC and Germanna Community College to deliver a Dental Hygiene cohort in the Charlottesville region under Germanna’s existing accredited Dental Hygiene program. Piedmont Virginia Community College seeks an innovative, highly organized, and collaborative individual to serve as a full‑time, twelve‑month Dental Hygiene Site Coordinator. This position supports a new instructional partnership between PVCC and Germanna Community College to deliver a Dental Hygiene cohort in the Charlottesville region under Germanna’s existing accredited Dental Hygiene program. This is a restricted position and has a term limit of 4 years. Future funding will be dependent on the success of the program. Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Duties Develop clinical duties to be performed by students specific to each semester and maintain clinical assistant grade sheets accordingly. Maintain student records and attendance in an orderly and timely manner. Update, maintain, and replenish clinic/lab documents to include: documents for student use in clinics/labs. sterilization instructions and documents for all equipment and processes Manage telephone communications with patients to include retrieving messages, returning phone calls, explaining the clinic process to interested patients, and instructing students on the process. Manage the patient call list and instruct students how to use it. Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the clinic/lab area by providing daily and ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment, and student records. Test and maintain all equipment and troubleshoot issues and help students maintain a log of issues. Coordinate equipment repairs with maintenance, IT, and outside supply company technicians. Prepare & maintain equipment maintenance logs. Conduct quality control assessments. Collaborate with the PVCC healthcare manager to coordinate all dental hygiene clinical supplies to include inventory, obtaining quotes, & organizing. Update Dentrix Software System in clinical setting. Train adjunct faculty on equipment use and student assessments. Assist with the coordination of guest speakers and dental representatives for presentations to faculty and students. Actively seek ways to improve clinical instruction. Coordinate with dental hygiene course instructors to maintain curriculum standards. Assist with the following: development of competency forms used in clinic. planning and organizing pre-clinic and clinic sessions. coordination of Radiology lab, Dental Materials lab, and Pain Management lab planning, organizing, and scheduling special events and social activities. Maintain and apply current knowledge of the program’s accrediting body, Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Other job‑related duties as assigned. Clinical Instruction Provide clinical instruction to 1st and 2nd year Dental Hygiene Students Evaluate student progress in competency areas to attain goals and meet objectives. Effectively demonstrate clinical techniques and skills to students Fill in clinical sessions when assigned faculty members are absent.Other job‑related duties as assigned. Clinical Operations Prepare dental hygiene clinic at start of each semester in compliance with ADA, CODA, OSHA, and GCC requirements. Coordinate clinic-related activities including clinic operations, safety data system (SDS) management, and equipment maintenance. Maintain dental equipment including waterline treatment, water filters, extra‑oral suction filters, ADEC equipment, intra‑ and extra‑oral X‑ray equipment, sensors, phosphor plates, ScanX machines, sterilization equipment, etc. Open and close clinic daily. Other job‑related duties as assigned. Student and Faculty Interaction Assess and grade students during patient care. Employ teaching strategies and instruction for different student learning styles. Meet with students and other educators to discuss students’ instructional needs and other issues impacting the progress of the students. Co‑manage end of clinic/lab session huddle. Perform advising and student consultation throughout semesters on student clinical progress. Assist students with clinical difficulties and address student concerns in a timely manner. Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion with colleagues and students. Maintain positive interaction with other instructors and professional staff. Check and respond to email correspondence in a timely manner. Coordinate with adjunct instructors to assure entry into clinic sessions. Assist with new student orientation. Email the end of the week huddle recap to students and faculty. Other job‑related duties as assigned. Professional Activity Participate in the GCC Curriculum Advisory Committee. Participate in planning and scheduling of faculty meetings and calibration sessions at GCC and PVCC. Attend faculty meetings, calibration meetings, and specialized training activities that enhance job performance. Contribute to and participate in faculty development and calibration programs in conjunction with GCC and PVCC. Participate in community activities and services related to the profession and dental hygiene department. Participate in monthly local chapter dental hygiene meetings which are a part of the Virginia Dental Hygienists’ Association, a state organization. Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by: Participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field. Maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation. Participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies. Other job‑related duties as assigned. Benefits State of Virginia employee benefits Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation Generous annual leave and paid holidays Professional development opportunities Continuous learning programs Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs Minimum Qualifications Current licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) in the Commonwealth of Virginia (or eligibility for Virginia licensure). Academic degree no lower than a bachelor’s degree or higher in Dental Hygiene, Education, or a related health sciences field. Minimum of two years of recent clinical experience as a dental hygienist. Documented experience in clinical supervision, instruction, student evaluation, and mentoring. Demonstrated knowledge of dental hygiene education, clinical competencies, and infection control standards. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively across institutions in a shared‑program partnership model. Commitment to the mission, values, and students at a community college. Ability to teach and supervise students during daytime hours and travel to clinical sites within the region. Additional Considerations Prior experience teaching in higher education, particularly in a community college or allied health program. Experience coordinating clinical education and managing clinical affiliate relationships. Familiarity with accreditation standards for dental hygiene education (e.g., CODA). Experience working with diverse student populations. Experience with learning management systems, clinical tracking software, and instructional technologies. Demonstrated ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a collaborative inter‑institutional team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia