Position Type: PT adjunct

Semester: Fall 2025

Compensation: $825 - $975 per credit, based on adjunct faculty rank (determined by education and experience)

Position Overview:

NHTI is seeking a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach Dental Assisting Clinical Experience I. This course provides students with essential knowledge focusing on practical applications and real-world relevance.

Course Details:

• Course Name: ADED 191C Dental Assisting Clinical Experience I
• Credits: 2

• Lecture Hours: 1

• Lab/Practicum Hours: 4

• Schedule: Tuesdays 8:00-11:50 am, Tuesdays 1:00-4:50 pm, Fridays 9:00 am-12:50 pm

• Location: NHTI Campus, Concord, NH

Course Description:

Clinic sessions are coordinated with lectures in preclinical theory. Demonstration and practice of procedures in simulated clinical situations include maintaining office asepsis, instrument sterilization, 4-handed chairside assisting, patient interaction and comfort, health history management, preliminary oral inspection, and taking alginate impressions. Recording patient information in Dentrix is introduced. A classroom seminar for learning activities and group discussion is included.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Dental Assisting Clinical Coordinator using provided curriculum and instructional materials aligned with program standards.
• Facilitate skill evaluations and hands-on skills to foster student engagement and learning.
• Provide regular feedback and maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Maintain professional currency in the field and comply with college policies and standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Current DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) CDA certification (Certified Dental Assistant). Credentials in expanded dental assisting functions as required in New Hampshire.
• Experience: Recent experience in the application of four-handed dentistry principles
• Residency: Must reside in NH, VT, ME, or MA.

Application Process:

Submit a completed employment application with a cover letter, CV/resume, and copies of official or unofficial transcripts. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Employment history sections stating "see resume" will not be accepted.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Lisa Scott, CDA, ROH, M.Ed lscott@ccsnh.edu