Title: Dental Hygiene Clinical Coordinator

Department: Health Sciences

Campus Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Salary Range: $76,394-$95,493

Work Mode: This position requires a full-time in-person presence on campus or at alternative locations.

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: 

Position Type: Full-Time Staff,  Exempt

Position Summary

In collaboration with the DHY program director, the clinical coordinator provides clinical instruction, and operational leadership for the AACC dental clinic. The position oversees the clinical education, clinical faculty, clinic operations, patient safety, infection prevention, equipment and compliance with applicable Maryland laws, institutional policies and CODA accreditation standards in the Dental Hygiene (DHY) program at Anne Arundel Community College (AACC). This position requires either a qualified Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) or Dentist (DDS/DMD), with responsibilities assigned consistent with the individual’s education, professional licensure and scope of practice. Other areas that this position includes are but are not limited to teaching and supervising students in the AACC Dental Clinic, reviewing course content, and scheduling.

The clinical coordinator coordinates the clinic’s day to day operations to include but not limited to communicating with faculty, staff, students and the community, coordinating and supervising students in the dental clinic, overseeing the implementation of patient care, generating reports, ensuring all clinic equipment is serviced, repaired and working properly, and maintains equipment repair logbook and clinic manuals. The clinical coordinator actively engages with students and participants in events and orientations, assists in the coordination of program surveys, program and course level assessment, and program analysis and technology integration.

The clinical coordinator communicates concerns about part-time faculty and/or student progress to the DHY director. Additional duties include but are not limited to, instruction in a variety of formats including classroom, lab, the AACC Dental Clinic, special topics courses, on-line instruction and coordinating and providing tutoring. The clinical coordinator also assures compliance with college, program, CDC, OSHA standards, ADA guidelines, and accrediting agency standards. This is a staff position that requires an in-person presence. The clinical coordinator teaches 30 - 36 FLH in the DHY curriculum per academic year, including the summer term and for reporting purposes to the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) will be identified as faculty.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction and Curriculum Development: In consultation with the DHY director, oversee the programs clinical instruction to include but not limited to teaching and supervision of students in the AACC Dental Clinic, review, develop and revise curricular content, and development of course and clinic schedules. Oversee the quality and safety of patient care provided by students and establishes clinical standards for assessment, treatment planning, competency evaluation, documentation and patient management. Collaborates with DHY faculty to support consistent clinical instruction and faculty calibration. Oversee infection prevention and control protocols in clinic and compliance with college, CDC regulations, OSHA standards, and the state of Maryland regulations to ensure the safety of students and patients.
Laboratory, Clinic and Equipment Maintenance: Provide leadership for the day-to-day operations of the AACC Dental Hygiene Clinic and laboratory including patient scheduling, clinical rotations, chair assignments, faculty coverage and appropriate clinical supervision. Oversee student patient care, clinical documentation, patient safety, referrals, and management of clinical concerns. Develops in conjunction with the DHY Director the clinical policies, procedures, and emergency protocols. Responsible for performing routine and regular maintenance on clinic equipment to include but not limited to, maintaining repair logs, and coordinating with vendors for repairs, maintaining clinical records. Recommend new equipment to the DHY director and consult with Lab Services on ordering supplies and managing hazardous waste for the clinic and lab.
Recruitment, Advisement, Faculty Collaboration and Program Engagement: Participates in recruitment activities, information sessions, orientations, community outreach and program events such as events to promote the program and recruit students. Actively participates as a member of the AACC Dental Hygiene Advisory Board and serves on School of Health Sciences and College committees. Advises and mentors students throughout their progression in the program, providing guidance and support to ensure their success. Collaborates with full-time and part-time faculty to support curriculum implementation, clinical standards, student evaluation, faculty calibration and professional development.

Learning Outcome Assessment, Quality Assurance and Accreditation: Assist the DHY director and academic coordinator with evaluation of clinical education, patient care, student outcomes and program effectiveness. Monitors clinical competencies, patient-care requirements, documentation, infection control compliance and adherence to established clinical standards. Ensure the effectiveness of clinical instruction by supervising part-time clinical faculty and students during the clinical components of the curriculum. Maintains clinical records for first- and second-year DHY students and monitors clinical rotations and chair assignments. In collaboration with the DHY director, manage the creation, distribution, collection, and analysis of surveys from students, graduates, and employers to assess learning and program outcomes. Conducts program and course assessments to comply with AACC’s Learning Outcomes Assessment (LOA) and CODA standards as well as Maryland regulatory requirements.

Other: Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Dental Education, Assistant Dean, and/or Dean. Maintains professional licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist or Dentist in the State of Maryland, including completing continuing education coursework, CPR certification, and immunization compliance.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum of two years of Dental Hygiene teaching experience (or equivalent) using a variety of instructional strategies.

Must have an active Maryland license to practice dental hygiene, current CPR certification, and certified to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide.

Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including but not limited to delivering lectures, presentations and workshops.

Demonstrated ability to work collegiately with a culturally diverse group of faculty, staff, students and community members on a regular basi

Ability to work flexible 40-hour weekly schedule, including some evenings and weekends, to accommodate the needs of the DHY program and SHS. Ability to travel to include but not limited to attending conferences, workshops, etc.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software and technology and equipment associated with the practice of Dental Hygiene.

Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in
a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to work under the following conditions:

Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work within the dental clinic meeting student and patient needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing a dental clinic, including overseeing clinical operations, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Familiarity with Dental industry and CODA accreditation standards/guidelines.

Certified to administer nitrous oxide.

Experience teaching in-person, online and hybrid.

Inventory management experience.

Master’s degree preferred.


Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) is committed to enriching the educational experience it offers through the diversity of its faculty, administrators, and staff members. The college seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to the college's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, embrace concepts of equity and inclusiveness, and support the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation.

While we appreciate your interest in employment with Anne Arundel Community College, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for any position.

Pay dates occur on the 7th and 22nd of each month. If those dates fall on a weekend, the pay date occurs on the Friday prior to the 7th and 22nd. As an employee of the college, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.

In the best interest of the College, only individuals who are residents of Maryland or one of the following states will be eligible for employment at the college: Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. The college will annually review this restriction and, if appropriate, expand the list of states of employment eligibility.