The supervising dentist provides clinical instruction and oversight for dental hygiene students in a clinic setting. Responsibilities include evaluating patient assessments, supervising procedures like anesthesia and sealants, and acting as a medical resource during emergencies.
The ETSU Dental Hygiene Program is seeking a PRN dentist to provide clinical instruction and supervision of dental hygiene students in the Dental Hygiene Clinic.
Employment is contingent upon student enrollment, program needs, and applicant’s availability on scheduled clinic days each semester. Program needs may vary each semester, so employment is not guaranteed each semester. This posting may remain open to retain a pool of instructors.
ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.
The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Candidates must hold a valid Tennessee dental license and current CPR Healthcare Provider certification. The role requires the ability to work effectively with diverse students, faculty, and patients in a clinical environment.
Market context
In Tennessee, PRN supervising dentist roles supporting dental hygiene programs typically require an active state license, current CPR certification, and comfort working with diverse students, faculty, and patients. Candidates may be more competitive when they can demonstrate clinical supervision and teaching experience; confirm your Tennessee license and CPR Healthcare Provider status before applying. The requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original description, saving research time.