Keiser University
Dental Hygiene Program Director
Keiser University, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Dental Hygiene Program Director
Keiser University is seeking a Dental Hygiene Program Director (PD) to oversee and manage the operations of the Dental Hygiene program.
Essential responsibilities include:
Work with faculty, Dean of Academic Affairs, and the Campus President to assure program effectiveness.
Create and maintain core curriculum consistent across the Keiser system.
Identify trends within the profession to include best practices, industry changes, new technologies, and other significant factors indicative of curricula or course revision/update.
Collaborate proactively with the Associate Vice Chancellor of Programmatic Accreditation to ensure strategic alignment on all CODA‑related activities, including standards interpretation, report preparation, and submission timelines.
Serve as the primary contact with CODA, preparing self‑studies, progress reports, and site‑visit materials; maintaining evidence repositories and timelines in accordance with CODA's EOPP.
Participate in University budget planning regarding the Dental Hygiene program, maintain operational equipment, resources, instructional/training tools and faculty professional development.
Work with faculty to prepare budget and equipment requests.
Maintain a current master plan of education and programmatic self‑assessment processes.
Ensure student achievement of patient care competencies and integration of ethics/professionalism, critical thinking, and community health standards.
Lead program assessment and data dashboards (enrollment, retention, completion, licensure, placement, patient care productivity); use results for continuous improvement.
Prepare annual program reports, budgets, and resource requests.
Conduct reviews with faculty to assess program textbooks, training materials, evaluation tools, student projects, and assignments.
Conduct monthly departmental meetings to discuss program effectiveness and methods for improvement.
Attend monthly University faculty meetings, facilitate bi‑annual Advisory Board meetings.
Evaluate and ensure clinical education effectiveness and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Ensure compliance with Infection Control, Radiation Safety, emergency preparedness, and life support certification requirements.
Work with campus librarian to maintain current books, periodicals, and electronic resources relevant to the professional discipline.
Maintain current knowledge of professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development.
Create inclusive processes that engage faculty in curriculum enhancement and development.
Facilitate student engagement and enhance participation in student governance.
Assess student academic progress and assist faculty in providing developmental feedback and remediation plans.
Oversee maintenance and compliance of the Dental Hygiene clinic, laboratory, and classroom equipment.
Prepare for and actively participate in the annual faculty Convocation to ensure programs are up to date.
Work one‑on‑one with students, assessing them and providing development feedback.
Meet with local advisory boards to ensure programs meet community/employer needs.
Education, experience and training requirements:
Licensed Dental Hygienist (or state eligible) and graduate of a CODA‑accredited Dental Hygiene program.
Unrestricted Florida Dental Hygiene license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers.
Radiography qualifications per state law/regulation.
Active membership/engagement in ADHA or discipline‑relevant organizations encouraged.
Master's degree or higher in a related field.
Minimum of three years of full‑time experience in dental hygiene practice, education, or administration.
Documented evidence of knowledge and skills in educational methodology, curriculum development, and evaluation.
Seniority level : Director
Employment type : Full‑time
Job function : Health Care Provider Industries: Higher Education
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Essential responsibilities include:
Work with faculty, Dean of Academic Affairs, and the Campus President to assure program effectiveness.
Create and maintain core curriculum consistent across the Keiser system.
Identify trends within the profession to include best practices, industry changes, new technologies, and other significant factors indicative of curricula or course revision/update.
Collaborate proactively with the Associate Vice Chancellor of Programmatic Accreditation to ensure strategic alignment on all CODA‑related activities, including standards interpretation, report preparation, and submission timelines.
Serve as the primary contact with CODA, preparing self‑studies, progress reports, and site‑visit materials; maintaining evidence repositories and timelines in accordance with CODA's EOPP.
Participate in University budget planning regarding the Dental Hygiene program, maintain operational equipment, resources, instructional/training tools and faculty professional development.
Work with faculty to prepare budget and equipment requests.
Maintain a current master plan of education and programmatic self‑assessment processes.
Ensure student achievement of patient care competencies and integration of ethics/professionalism, critical thinking, and community health standards.
Lead program assessment and data dashboards (enrollment, retention, completion, licensure, placement, patient care productivity); use results for continuous improvement.
Prepare annual program reports, budgets, and resource requests.
Conduct reviews with faculty to assess program textbooks, training materials, evaluation tools, student projects, and assignments.
Conduct monthly departmental meetings to discuss program effectiveness and methods for improvement.
Attend monthly University faculty meetings, facilitate bi‑annual Advisory Board meetings.
Evaluate and ensure clinical education effectiveness and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Ensure compliance with Infection Control, Radiation Safety, emergency preparedness, and life support certification requirements.
Work with campus librarian to maintain current books, periodicals, and electronic resources relevant to the professional discipline.
Maintain current knowledge of professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development.
Create inclusive processes that engage faculty in curriculum enhancement and development.
Facilitate student engagement and enhance participation in student governance.
Assess student academic progress and assist faculty in providing developmental feedback and remediation plans.
Oversee maintenance and compliance of the Dental Hygiene clinic, laboratory, and classroom equipment.
Prepare for and actively participate in the annual faculty Convocation to ensure programs are up to date.
Work one‑on‑one with students, assessing them and providing development feedback.
Meet with local advisory boards to ensure programs meet community/employer needs.
Education, experience and training requirements:
Licensed Dental Hygienist (or state eligible) and graduate of a CODA‑accredited Dental Hygiene program.
Unrestricted Florida Dental Hygiene license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers.
Radiography qualifications per state law/regulation.
Active membership/engagement in ADHA or discipline‑relevant organizations encouraged.
Master's degree or higher in a related field.
Minimum of three years of full‑time experience in dental hygiene practice, education, or administration.
Documented evidence of knowledge and skills in educational methodology, curriculum development, and evaluation.
Seniority level : Director
Employment type : Full‑time
Job function : Health Care Provider Industries: Higher Education
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Keiser University by 2x.
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