Dental Assisting Laboratory Assistant

Dental Assisting Laboratory Assistant

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Agency: Ogeechee Technical College

Shift: Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details: Commensurate With Qualifications

Job Description:

The laboratory assistant will provide support for the Dental Assisting Program. Under the general supervision of a primary faculty member, responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

• Assist students in dental assisting lab skills.
• Prepares and maintains required documentation and administrative reports.
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area.
• Assess students' progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.
• Request and maintain supplies and equipment, as needed to support the learning environment.
• Submit required documentation on a timely basis.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current dental assisting credential required by the state of Georgia
• Hold a Dental Assisting National Board "Certified Dental Assistant" credential
• Candidate must be proficient in and have knowledge of dental materials, four-handed dentistry, preventive dentistry; chair-side assisting with emphasis in diagnostics, operative and removable prosthodontics, orthodontics, pedodontics, surgical and expanded functions procedures.
• Possess the following certifications: BLS for Healthcare providers (CPR & AED)
• Possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a diploma from an accredited college or university in Dental Assisting.
• Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices.

Additional Information:

• Part time assignments will be based on earned degrees, work experience, and SACSCOC Faculty Credential Guidelines.
• In programs that require professional licensure, an active unencumbered license must be provided by the applicant during the interview process.

Salary/Benefits:

Commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, retirement options, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

To Apply: Please submit an online application using the OTC online job center website. All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation, education, and employer/professional reference checks. Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, and/or drug screen. All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Copies of all transcripts should be submitted at the time of application for faculty positions. Official transcripts are required to be submitted to HR upon acceptance of a written job offer.

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

• Christy Rikard, Vice President for Student Affairs, Ogeechee Technical College One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 198C, Joseph E. Kennedy Building, Statesboro, GA 30458, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io
• Sabrina Burns, ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, Ogeechee Technical College, One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 711, Assessment Center Building, Statesboro, GA 30458, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (20 U.S.C. 1092(f)) here is the link to the location of the Annual Security Report:

A copy of the Annual Security Report is also available by request at the OTC Police Department.

Georgia Department of Public Health