Instructor, Dental Hygiene

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $57,000-$60,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
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Master's degree in dental hygiene
Current unencumbered rdh license
Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certificate
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Instructor for the Dental Hygiene program. The position requires a master's degree in dental hygiene or a related field, along with a minimum of two years of clinical experience. **

Job Summary

  • The position is a 9-month faculty role involving classroom, clinical, and laboratory teaching within the Dental Hygiene Department.
  • The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith offers a benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent.
  • Faculty members are expected to collaborate on curriculum development, participate in student recruitment, and maintain professional standards for dental care education.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Instructor for the Dental Hygiene program. The position requires a master's degree in dental hygiene or a related field, along with a minimum of two years of clinical experience. **

Salary

Base: $57,000-$60,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in dental hygiene
  • Current unencumbered RDH license
  • Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certificate
  • CPR certification
  • Arkansas state dental hygiene license
  • Two years clinical experience

Nice-to-have

  • More than five years clinical practice
  • Experience in instructional methods
  • Experience in evaluation procedures
  • Enrolled in Master's program
  • Scholarly and service activities

Key Requirements

  • Masters or higher degree in dental hygiene
  • Graduate from CODA accredited program
  • Minimum two years clinical experience
  • Current CPR certification
  • Arkansas RDH license eligibility
  • Background check compliance

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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