Dentist, Part-time, Temporary

Posting Details

Position Information


Job Title
Dentist, Part-time, Temporary


Full Time/Part Time
Part-time


Job Description


The part-time, temporary Dentist supports and enhances the mission of the Dental Department and provides additional leadership and management support for the Dental Clinics. In collaboration with the Dental Director and Program Directors, the part-time, temporary Dentist will contribute to continuous review, planning, and general effectiveness of the programs, and accreditation guidance. Instructional responsibilities require a broad-based knowledge of the field of study in dental assisting and dental hygiene. The part-time, temporary Dentist reports to the Dental Director.

Duties/Functions


Clinical
Provide clinical services to include:
• providing clinical coverage as a dentist within an educational setting
• providing consultation/supervision of dental assisting/hygiene faculty and students.
• reviewing and evaluating patient medical histories as needed
• overseeing matters related to medically compromised patients
• suggesting treatment modifications as needed
• making referrals to appropriate medical staff for medically compromised patients and/or the evaluation of medical conditions
• diagnosing clinical dental decay
• prescribing and interpreting dental radiographs
• evaluating dental treatment documentation
• prescribing pit and fissure sealants, evaluating and adjusting pit and fissure sealants as needed
• providing local anesthesia within the dental hygiene clinic
• interpreting dental clinical pathology
• providing basic restorative dental treatment on clinical patients
• preparing dental consultative referrals when required
• documenting clinical findings in EagleSoft patient documentation system
• auditing patient chart records for compliance
• auditing accounts receivable documentation for the dental clinic

Clinical Facilities
Provide oversight of facilities and equipment to include:
• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions
• evaluating and recommending clinical and instructional equipment to enhance student learning
• maintaining equipment, recommending repair as needed and if possible
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations
Professional Development
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.

Student Support
Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate
• addressing student concerns and mediating when necessary
• Demonstrating and modeling the College's employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintain student records.
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor

Difficult Challenges

Contacts

Education Required
• Doctor of Dental Science or Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution
• Current unrestricted license to practice as a dentist in North Carolina or eligibility for licensure in North Carolina

Education Preferred

Experience Required
• Three years of clinical experience as a licensed dentist
• Experience in providing oversight for students in a clinical setting

Experience Preferred
• Greater than three years of clinical experience as a licensed dentist

KSA Required


The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:
1. Multi-task
2. Respect Diversity
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solution

KSA Preferred

Department/Job Specific Requirements


Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):
1. Reporting Requirements
2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

Specific departmental requirements:
1. Bloodborne pathogen/personal protective equipment
2. Emergency action plan and use of emergency equipment
3. Required immunizations

Physical Demands


1. Hear and see
2. Standing required for extended periods (up to 4 hours)
3. Stoop, bend, squat, lift, reach overhead

Other:
1. Acceptable results on background screening consisting of Criminal Background Check and drug screen if required by the College.
2. Current CPR (BLS) certification

Posting Type
Part-Time Staff

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
2018-059-TEMP-P


Open Date
09/03/2025


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


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