The Professional Laboratory Assistant (Clinical Dentist) reports to the DHYG Program Administrator and follows the direction of the DHYG program Clinical Coordinator. The Clinical Dentist provides clinical supervision for radiographic and local anesthesia services provided for patients.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Supervise the delivery of local anesthesia

o Ensure safe practices with patient care

o Ensure effective delivery of local anesthesia

• Oversee radiology

o Ensure all LTC radiology policies are followed

o Use the LTC radiography criteria to confirm the need for retakes and provide aide to students

• Grade radiographs using the LTC radiology criteria

o Ensure grade-sheets are completed correctly

o Submit graded evaluations to the Clinical Coordinator

• Read radiographs for caries and other abnormalities which need referral

o Compare findings to the referral form in the patient chart

o Alert the Clinical Coordinator if there is a need for referral that was omitted

• Remain in the clinical area during patient care sessions

o To supervise local anesthesia

o To oversee radiology

o To provide dental expertise for faculty and students

o To manage emergency situations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Current and active Doctorate degree in Dentistry (DMD or DDS).

· Must possess current Georgia dental license and CPR certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Knowledge of DHYG concepts, terminology, and clinical practice.

· Understanding of student and faculty requirements for DHYG clinical procedures, skills, and testing.

COMPETENCIES:

· Ability to communicate effectively and use creative skills to create a beneficial learning environment

· Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail

· Excellent interpersonal, time management and collaborative skills

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Customer service skills

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator:  Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu

Section 504 Coordinator:  Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, Vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007 

It is the obligation of Lanier Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the LTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives, or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, LTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Jeanne Clery Act." The Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent LTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at www.laniertech.edu. You may also request a paper copy from the Lanier Technical College Police Department located in the Breeden-Giles building on the Hall County Campus, 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507. 

In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, Lanier Technical College will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted only when the Hiring Manager has an opening. Candidates that submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.