Plaza College is seeking candidates for full-time clinical faculty for its CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene Program at its Forest Hills, NY campus.

This is an ideal position for candidates that are seeking to enter the field of academia, while maintaining active clinical practice positions. Faculty in this role provide clinical instruction and supervision to students in the College’s Community Dental Clinic. Faculty are expected to follow guidance from designated course leaders, assist students in achieving prescribed program outcomes, ensure competency standards are met, and follow designated course objectives. Monitoring student of clinical and competency requirements and supporting the academic success of at-risk students through academic advisement are critical components of the role.

In addition to assigned teaching and advisement activities, faculty are expected to:

· Stay current on trends in dentistry, best practices, theory, and research.

· Promote activities for students through networking, collaborating, and partnering with other disciplines.

· Participate in ensuring that the program curriculum accurately prepares students for the current state of the dental hygiene field.

This is a full-time, year-round appointment and all applicants must be available to report in person at the Plaza College campus in Forest Hills, Queens. The College offers competitive full-time salaries, healthcare benefits, and retirement plans are available.

Qualifications

A minimum of an Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA-accredited program and a Bachelor’s degree in a related or applicable field are required. Master’s degree strongly preferred.

Must be a Registered Dental Hygienist or Dentist licensed in the State of New York.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and original resume (please no Indeed resume formats!) to HR@ plazacollege.edu.

About Plaza College

Since its founding in 1916, Plaza College has been dedicated to a mission of ensuring the personal and professional advancement of our students through an inclusive and dynamic learning experience that promotes the education, health, and success of the communities we serve. The College offers both Associate and Baccalaureate programs through its five unique schools; the School of Allied Health, School of Business, School of Court Reporting, School of Dental Sciences, and School of Nursing.

As an institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, as well as a number of specialized programmatic accreditors, the scope and rigor of Plaza College’s programs offer our students an exceptional educational experience. An effective strategic planning process ensures the continued relevance and success of these existing programmatic offerings and plans for future offerings to address the ever-changing needs of the NYC workforce. It is through our esteemed partnerships with local employers – from small businesses to large healthcare corporations - that the College is able to complete this process and maintain its long-standing position as a valuable resource to our community.

Plaza College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

To learn more about Plaza College, please visit www.plazacollege.edu.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Forest Hills, NY 11375: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Teaching: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

RDH (Required)
CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

Forest Hills, NY 11375 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Forest Hills, NY 11375: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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