Dental Assistant Instructor - Substitute

Location: El Paso, TX | Campus: On-Site

Type: Part-Time / On-Call (Substitute)

Compensation: $20.80 - $24.90 per hour

Position Summary: Share your clinical expertise and inspire the next generation of dental professionals! Pima Medical Institute's El Paso campus is seeking a Substitute Dental Assistant Instructor to provide high-quality classroom and lab instruction on an as-needed basis. This role is perfect for a practicing Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), or Licensed Dentist looking to share their hands-on skills with eager adult learners during morning hours (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM) without leaving direct practice.

Key Responsibilities: Instructional Delivery & Student Engagement: Classroom & Lab Facilitation: Deliver pre-planned dental assisting lesson plans, lectures, and hands-on lab training (including four-handed/six-handed dentistry, chairside assisting, and infection control).Skills Evaluation: Grade student assignments, clinical lab competencies, and exams within 72 hours of submission. Student Mentorship: Address academic or behavioral concerns proactively, connecting students with campus resources and leadership as needed. Compliance & Administration: Record Keeping: Maintain precise and timely student attendance logs, early alerts, incident reports, and academic records. Safety Standards: Enforce strict OSHA, HIPAA, and safety guidelines across classroom, laboratory, and clinical areas. Faculty Collaboration: Participate in campus faculty meetings, in-service workshops, and advisory board events when applicable.

Education / Training: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program OR a minimum of three (3) years of related occupational experience if graduating from a non-accredited program. Clinical Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of practical work experience in dental assisting (or general dentistry).

Licensure / Credentials: Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), or Licensed Dentist in the State of Texas. Active Texas state credentials/licenses as required by local, state, and federal laws.

Core Competencies: Demonstrated proficiency in four-handed and/or six-handed dental assisting methods, chairside techniques, and Texas dental regulations.

Perks: Texas Paid Sick Leave (per state requirements), access to corporate employee discount programs, and professional development opportunities.

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