Clinical Associate

**Job Description**: Clinical Associate - Dental Hygiene Program FLSA: Exempt The Clinical Associate will * Supervise practical application of theory in assigned clinical settings for the Dental Hygiene Program. * Demonstrate dental hygiene care and procedures to students. * Contribute to the determination of daily student assignments in the clinical setting with review by the Clinical Coordinator. * Conduct pre- and post-treatment conferences with students. * Complete student evaluations. * Attend scheduled department faculty and in-service meetings. **Requirements:** Candidates  for the position must have * Graduated from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program. * Active Vermont Dental Hygiene licensure with local anesthesia endorsement at the time of employment with no sanctions or restrictions required. * Bachelor of Science degree. BS degree in dental hygiene preferred. * Current member of the American Dental Hygienists Association. * Three years of clinical practice experience. Prior teaching experience preferred. * Possess prior knowledge of educational methodology (preferred) or willingness to complete required educational methodology assignments. * Current CPR BLS certification. * Professional liability insurance. * Ability to endure considerable walking and standing while instructing/supervising students, * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. * Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. * Basic computer skills. * Experience with dental practice management systems. * Experience with digital imaging systems.      *  Part-time, up to 28 hours per week or per diem   Rate: $42.00/hr. (BS degree)$45.00/ hr. (Master’s degree)                                                                                                         Scheduled Hours Weekly: 15 Budgeted Wage for this Position: Part-time, up to 28 hours per week or per diem. Rate: $42.00/hr. (BS ) $45.00/ hr. (Master’s degree)                                                                           Exempt Status: Exempt Grade: T01 Job Posting Responsibilities: