Dental Supervisor (Part-time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

One (1) part-time vacancy at our Milwaukee Campus beginning fall semester in August 2025.

Up to 19 hours per week, hours vary based on departmental needs.

Under the supervision of the Dean Healthcare Pathway, supervises the Dental Hygiene Clinic as assigned, and assumes responsibility for decisions concerning the necessity for medical release prior to clinical treatment of the patient. Responsible for directing medical emergencies, and serves as resource person to students and faculty, complies and reinforces clinic policies, and serves as a model of professionalism. In addition, this position supervises and assists student clinicians in the following: exposing radiographs, interpreting radiographs, tissue analysis, identification of normal and abnormal oral structures, identification of pathologies and their etiology, recognition of conditions which preclude treatment, charting of dental conditions, and aseptic technique.

• Work with the students assigned to the Initial Consultations appointments for the day and prescribe and evaluate all radiographs.
• Circulate through clinic to be available to student clinicians.
• Review charts at beginning of clinic to be familiar with patients' needs.
• Review student clinicians' appointment plan and instructor objectives.
• Observe assessments and give suggestions.
• Be familiar with the sequence that is recommended for procedures.
• Suggest alternative approaches to Process 4 student clinicians.
• Encourage verbal reporting or findings during verification checks.
• Check dental charting and plaque/stain verification-if available.
• Encourage students to take increasing responsibility for their work.
• Review patient records for DDS signatures at the end of each clinical session.
• Function as a liaison between MATC Dental Hygiene Program and professional organizations.
• Attend clinical staff meetings at the beginning of each semester.

Required Education: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD).

Required Experience: Two (2) years minimum utilizing the services of a dental hygienist in professional practice.

Preferred Experience: Five (5) years of experience in related activities.

Required License/Certification: Licensed as a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in the State of Wisconsin.

Preferred License/Certification: None.

Specialty Skills: Ability to supervise a small staff of personnel.

• Business insight
• Decision quality
• Resourcefulness
• Plans and aligns
• Drives results
• Manages conflict
• Develops talent
• Builds effective teams
• Demonstrates self-awareness
• Instills trust
• Customer focus
• Action oriented
• Values differences
• Self-development
• Compassion

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to effectively supervise and/or direct staff.

Physical Demands

• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., carry, and push up to 20 lbs. and ability pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and a ladder and maintain balance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, hear and speak.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking: 75% of time spent sitting, 20% of time standing, and 5% of time walking.

Start Date: This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start in the fall semester-August 2025.

Hours: Up to 19 hours weekly, in-person, primarily based out of the Downtown Campus.

Salary: Salary is determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity. Salary determination will be only based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application, please include complete work history.

Interviews: Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be determined.