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Job Summary

The Dental Clinic Specialist is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the dental clinic within Portland Community College’s Dental Sciences department. This role ensures the efficient functioning of clinical and laboratory spaces by managing inventory, ordering and maintaining equipment, and sterilizing dental instruments.

Additionally, the Specialist serves as the infection control expert, implementing and monitoring best practices in the clinic. As the HIPAA compliance administrator for the College’s only clinic that treats patients, which is free and open to the public, the Specialist ensures compliance with HIPAA, record-keeping, and healthcare regulations.

This individual plays a vital role in the education and clinical training of dental hygiene and dental assisting students, supporting faculty and professional dentists in the clinic’s daily operations, while fostering an environment conducive to learning and patient care.

See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/academic-pro-jobs/dental-clinic-specialist/

These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position.
Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

1. Successfully oversee daily clinic operations, ensuring smooth coordination of inventory management, equipment maintenance, and instrument sterilization; Proactively address operational challenges to minimize disruptions and maintain a high-functioning clinic environment.

2. Maintain compliance with infection control protocols, HIPAA regulations, OSHA requirements, and other relevant federal, state, and local guidelines; Develop, implement, and regularly update clinic policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with current industry and regulatory standards.

3. Provide effective guidance and evaluation during student rotations, fostering skill development and professionalism; Deliver thorough training to faculty, staff, and students on clinical safety, bloodborne pathogens, and equipment use.

4. Maintain accurate records of inventory and budget, ensuring all resources, including materials and equipment, are procured, tracked, and utilized efficiently; Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted clinic and lab activities.

5. Actively participate in curriculum development, Dental Advisory Committee meetings, and accreditation preparation activities to align clinical operations with program goals; Foster clear and effective communication with diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and external partners, to ensure a cohesive and inclusive clinic environment.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).

• A Bachelor’s degree in any field is required. Relevant experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

• Certificate in Dental Assisting or Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA-accredited program.

• Current certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) in good standing.

• A minimum of 3 years of related dental experience and/or training.

PCC offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.

PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP. PCC offers a tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement.

Additionally, PCC provides a tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions.

*Please note: Temporary Academic Professional employees are not eligible for Personal Leave Days, Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, or AD&D Insurance.

Paid Leave: (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees)
- Starts at 13.33 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of services)
- 1 day of sick leave per month
- 12 holidays
- 3 additional personal leave days per year

View a complete list of PCC benefits.