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University of the Pacific

Dental Hygiene Instructor (Evergreen Posting) (Faculty)

University of the Pacific, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period. Position Information Title Campus Department Department Department of Periodontics Posting Number Posting Number F00987 Full or Part Time Full or Part Time Part Time Open Date Open Date 05/14/2025 Close Date Close Date 11/14/2025 Open Until Filled No Days Per Week Position Description Primary Purpose and Essential Functions The Dental Hygiene Program at University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, invites applicants to apply for a part-time instructor, up to 2 days per week, position. Instructors are responsible for providing content in preclinical skills and supervision and instruction for patient care in the clinic setting.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Position Description: Instruction in the pre-clinical curriculum and teaching patient care skills. Supervise/instruct students providing clinical patient care. Provide student feedback in verbal and written form using a standardized rubric. Participate in mandatory faculty calibration and faculty development opportunities. Engage broadly in other school, university, professional and community service opportunities. Contribute to the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry culture of humanism and diversity. Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years clinical practice. Current California RDH or DDS license. Current and valid CPR certification Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population of patients, students, staff, faculty and administration. Ability to work collaboratively in a group setting. Demonstrate professional judgement in all situations. Preferred Qualifications GENERAL : Faculty should have sufficient motor function to execute movements essential to providing oral health care to patients. SPECIFIC : Must possess the motor skills to perform palpation, percussion, screening tests, other diagnostic maneuvers, scaling, root debridement, polishing and sealant placement in a timely manner. Such actions require coordination of gross and fine motor movements, equilibrium and functional uses of the senses of touch and vision. Physical Requirements Must be able to perform basic life support including CPR , position and reposition patients with disabilities and maintain sitting and standing positions for a prolonged period. Must be able to operate dental unit controls, use slow speed hand pieces for procedures and used hand instruments effectively. Hiring Range Hiring Range $45 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Special Instructions Contact Information Contact Email Reference Letter Information Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes Minimum Number of References Minimum Number of References 3 Maximum Number of References Maximum Number of References 4 All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position. Supplemental Questions

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* Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?

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* Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?

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Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter/Letter of Application Dental State License Hepatitis B Vaccination or HBV Test/Titer or Declination Form CPR/BLS Certification Optional Documents

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