Clinical Educator - Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology - R104137

Department:

Diagnosis & Oral Health-JM

Location: Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Part time

Worker Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID: R104137

Position Description:

The Clinical Educator will be responsible for patient care and oversight of dental students for laboratory and clinical courses in radiography and radiology including orientation, clinical supervision, instruction, and performance evaluation. This individual is responsible for the image quality of all images performed by students within the clinical oral radiology area. This position also requires that the individual perform radiographic exams as prescribed by the Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology faculty of the School of Dentistry or requesting clinical faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess a DDS or DMD degree or equivalent and be eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

2+ years' experience in a clinical care setting is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Dental radiography (e.g., intraoral and extraoral [i.e., panoramic, cephalometric] and cone beam computed tomography experience) is highly desirable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the appropriate set up/break down of radiology operatories in accordance with standard infection control guidelines.
• Instruct DMD and dental hygiene students in performance of intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques.
• Assess image quality according to defined criteria and assess and approve dental student performance.
• Perform maxillofacial x-ray (radiographic) examinations in clinics and is responsible for image quality assurance.
• Prepare patients for radiographic examinations by explaining the procedure and ensuring proper positioning of both the patient and the radiographic equipment.
• Assist in the performance of maxillofacial cone beam computed tomography procedures.
• Other clinical and administrative duties in support of the overall operations of the dental school as deemed appropriate by the Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology faculty in discussion with the designated clinical supervisor of ULSD.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement 

The School of Dentistry is committed to creating equitable and inclusive campus environments that accelerate the success of the full range of our students and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the increasingly diverse student populations we admit and hope to serve. The School of Dentistry encourages candidates to apply who have demonstrated capacity to create inclusive work environments, will work effectively on increasingly diverse teams, and will serve the increasingly diverse students we admit and want to attract. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.