The Division of Periodontology is seeking a temporary faculty member to teach in the Perio clinic on Fridays from May 17^th - June 28^th

The following are examples of the duties and responsibilities of Temp Casual Dental Hygiene/Perio Clinical Faculty: (organized by course numbers and DDS class)

• Facilitation of Periodontal Technique DDS 6112/DDS 7112 Pre-Clinic learning groups (DDS1-DDS2 students) in 8 South Clinic during Spring and Summer semesters.
  • Facilitate dental student learning and application of non-surgical periodontal instrumentation.
  • Introduction and demonstration of basic Infection Control Protocols and PPE utilization in the dental clinic setting.
  • Introduction and demonstration of Axium Training EHR activities and documentation in the dental clinic setting. Facilitate dental student application of Axium Training and utilization.
  • Assessment and evaluation of Periodontal Technique Pre-Clinic student learning through Skill Assessment evaluation
• Introduction and facilitation of the dental student First Prophylaxis Experience on a School of Dentistry patient in Fall Semester of the D2 year. DDS 7113/DDS 7114.
  • Facilitate dental student application of non-surgical instrumentation, clinical protocols, and patient management in the dental clinic setting - DDS2 students.
• Clinical teaching and evaluation of DDS3-DDS4 students in 7 North Perio Clinic.
  • Facilitate dental student application of non-surgical instrumentation, clinical protocols, and patient management in the dental clinic setting.
  • Assessment and evaluation of DDS3-DDS4 student learning and clinical competency through Skill Assessment evaluation in 7 North Perio Clinic.
• PASS Program Dental Students - DDS 6130
  • Introduction and review of non-surgical periodontal instrumentation, clinical protocols, and patient management protocols prior to entrance into the U of M SOD Clinics.
  • Introduction and demonstration of Axium Training EHR activities and documentation in the dental clinic setting. Facilitate dental student application of Axium Training and utilization.

Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited course in dental hygiene

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching dental hygiene in higher education setting

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education.

We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. We offer advanced degree programs in seven ADA-recognized specialties: endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics and TMD and orofacial pain. We educate scholars in oral biology, dental hygiene and oral health for older adults. Dentists from other countries who wish to practice in the United States matriculate through our Program for Advanced Standing Students. Learners have the option to pursue a Masters in Public Health or a PhD alongside their DDS degree.

We are the only dental hygiene program in the state associated with a dental school. Offering programs at the baccalaureate and master of science level, our integrated program prepares oral health professionals to collaborate from their first day in the profession.

We became the first dental school in the nation to educate dental therapists in 2009. Dental therapists perform basic preventative services, drill and restore teeth for children and adults and remove primary teeth under the supervision of a licensed dentist. As of 2023, we have graduated 91 dental therapists from the program.

Our work affects virtually every person in Minnesota. We educate approximately 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of licensed dental therapists, and 49% of dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test restorative materials used by dentists around the world. We provide critical oral health care with more than 100,000 patient visits in our campus clinics and more than 16,000 patient visits at outreach sites in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,1000 practicing dental professionals each year.

The School of Dentistry is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams, perspectives, and backgrounds create a strong and creative team that best serves the University's many communities, on campus and beyond. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, veterans, and members of historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).