[POOL] PT Faculty, Dental Assisting

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Position Information

Position Number Position Title: [POOL] PT Faculty, Dental Assisting Department Dental Assistant Appointment Type Part-Time Hourly FLSA Non-Exempt Position Type: Faculty, Part-Time Position FTE N/A Location Healthcare Occupations Center, Lebanon, OR Representation Part-Time Faculty Association Salary Grade Not Applicable Salary Rate

See "Special Notes to Applicants" above.

Job Summary:

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for "[POOL]" positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool, and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening.

Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool.

The instructor reports to the Division Dean and Dental Assisting Department Chair in carrying out their assigned instructional tasks. The instructor furthers the learning environment by providing excellence in instruction, helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering clinical skills, participating in department affairs, generally advising students, contributing to curriculum development, and assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the Dental Assisting Department Chair.

Essential Duties:

• Promote excellence in instruction through innovative instructional methods in the Dental Assisting Program.
• Identify and meet the needs for student learning. Promote student learning and skills attainment.
• Work within the philosophy and mission of the College as an educator.
• Develop and refine courses to include curriculum consistent with techniques used in the community. Revise and upgrade competency skills bases modules as technology changes.
• Develop course curriculum, deliver teaching to students, assess student learning. Grade papers on time, turn in grades on time.
• Advise dental assisting students and facilitate their learning.
• Perform assigned teaching, advising and recruiting roles, to include promoting the program and retention of students.
• Participate as assigned on departmental and college committees and councils.
• Actively and regularly engage in communication, collaboration and assemblies with the Dental Assisting Advisory Committee.
• Work on a planned program of professional development to attain current knowledge and practices related to dental assisting.
• Actively and regularly work with Dental Assistant Department Chair and other team members to maintain a unified student learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

• Bachelor's Degree or active and successful enrollment in a Bachelor's Program.
• Educational preparation as a Certified Dental Assistant.
• DANB certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA).
• Oregon Radiological Proficiency Certificate; and Oregon Expanded Functions (EFDA) as currently defined by the Oregon Board of Dentistry.
• Infection Control Certificate (or the ability to certify within 90 days of hire)
• Health Care Provider Level CPR Certification (or the ability to certify within 90 days)
• Red Cross First Aid Card (or the ability to certify within 90 days)
• Pit & Fissure Sealant and Temporary Soft Reline Certificates (or the ability to certify within 90 days of hire)
• Three years chair side experience as a dental assistant and/or supervision in a dental office/clinic setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time and operate demanding dental equipment 35 percent of the time. Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate laboratory equipment. Requires normal hearing and speaking skills to communicate with staff and students. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and operate lab equipment. Thirty percent or more of the time duties require standing and some kneeling, stooping or crouching plus lifting of light to medium weight (10-50 pounds).

Work is performed indoors with potential exposure to health or safety hazards 25% of the time. Some tasks require special handling due to hazards and contaminants. Considerable time is spent working on a computer.

Education and Experience

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

• Bachelor's Degree or active and successful enrollment in a Bachelor's Program.
• Educational preparation as a Certified Dental Assistant.
• DANB certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA).
• Oregon Radiological Proficiency Certificate; and Oregon Expanded Functions (EFDA) as currently defined by the Oregon Board of Dentistry.
• Infection Control Certificate (or the ability to certify within 90 days of hire)
• Health Care Provider Level CPR Certification (or the ability to certify within 90 days)
• Red Cross First Aid Card (or the ability to certify within 90 days)
• Pit & Fissure Sealant and Temporary Soft Reline Certificates (or the ability to certify within 90 days of hire)
• Three years chair side experience as a dental assistant and/or supervision in a dental office/clinic setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

N/A

Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4 Applicant Instructions:

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.
• Cover Letter

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform this service.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran's consideration.

Resources and Tips for Applicants:

• View information about Accessibility in Recruitment and disability accommodations at Linn-Benton Community College at this link.

Special Notes to Applicants:

Collective Bargaining Unit Information:

This position is represented by the Part-time Faculty Association.

• To read the current Part-time Faculty Association Agreement, please click here.

Salary and Compensation Information:

Courses are paid on a per-credit basis. New Part-time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the payscale, with steps being "rolled" once per term, if eligible.

• View the 25/26 Academic Year Part-Time Salary Schedule at this link.
• Table 1 illustrates the cost per credit for each step on the pay scale. Instructors new to the College typically start at the rate listed in column 1.
• Table 3 illustrates the compensation per hour for meetings, training, advising, curriculum development, or other related work.

Additionally, please note:

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Terms and conditions of employment are subject to the terms outlined in the LBCC Administrative Rules and Board Policies.
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at mercerh@linnbenton.edu

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number: 0601217-NC Posting Date: 03/06/2025 Closing Date:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?

• I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon

• Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position

• No - I am only interested in remote work

• • Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa?

• Yes - I will need future work sponsorship for a work visa

• No - I will not need future work sponsorship for a work visa

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Academic Transcript
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• License or Certificate
• Other
• Academic Transcript 2
• Academic Transcript 3
• Academic Transcript 4
• Veteran Status Documentation