Dental Hygiene Clinic Dentist
About The Position
Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Clinical Dentist to support our Dental Hygiene Program at our Albuquerque campus for 16 hours per week. In this vital part-time role, you will provide essential clinical oversight while collaborating with students, instructors, and clinical staff in a dynamic educational environment. If you are a licensed dentist passionate about mentorship, ready to ensure high-quality patient care, and eager to help shape the next generation of dental professionals, we encourage you to apply! As a Clinical Dentist in our hygiene clinic, your expertise bridges clinical care and student learning. During your 16 weekly clinic hours, you will oversee patient exams, evaluate student progress during clinical procedures, prescribe diagnostic care, and step in to guide student hygienists through complex cases. You'll play a direct role in creating a safe, high-standard clinical learning environment for our students and community patients alike.
Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited institution.
- Active, unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the State of New Mexico.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with computer applications.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of three (3) years of clinical dental experience preferred.
- Prior experience in a clinical teaching, supervisory, or mentoring role is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical oversight and comprehensive dental services within the campus hygiene clinic.
- Supervise and mentor student dental hygienists and dental assistant externs during clinical practice.
- Prescribe and oversee radiographic and diagnostic services in compliance with New Mexico State Board regulations.
- Deliver didactic and lab instruction as assigned by the Program Director.
- Supervise care during medical emergencies and maintain clinic safety protocols.
- Collaborate with program leadership and participate in faculty meetings, clinical updates, and in-service training.
Benefits
- ESOP stock ownership plan (qualify with a minimum 1,000 hours per year).
- 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Programs.
- Paid Time Off (PTO), New Mexico Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
