Dental Assisting Externship Coordinator
Company: American Career College
Location: Ontario
Posted on: August 1, 2022
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Job Description:
SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director, Career Services
and with an indirect reporting relationship to the Program
Director, is responsible for coordinating, facilitating, and
supervising the externship training. This includes student
transition from class work to externship to graduate in preparation
for placements. Locates, maintains, and acquires new externship
sites and contracts; schedules and supervises students externship
assignments; advises students and provides classroom instruction in
accordance with the program s objectives. Assists students in
gaining meaningful employment in jobs applicable to their field of
study. Guides students with the job search process, including
teaching workshops and critiquing resumes. Provides excellent
customer service to current and graduating students in accordance
with the mission and purpose of the college. Coordinates and
assists graduates with job interviews and obtaining entry-level
healthcare career opportunities. KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: Understands
the principles, theories, and concepts of the professional
discipline through practical experience. Two or more years of
relevant experience general required. Two (2) to three (3) years of
experience working with or in extern sites, placing student, and
coordinating related documents preferred. Experience with MS
Office. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Must hold a valid, active, current
license as a Certified or Registered Dental Assistant (CDA or RDA)
and have been licensed for a minimum of two (2) years. Must possess
a Certificate of Completion of a course in teaching methodology of
at least 30 hours or must be obtained within six (6) months. If
licensed prior to July 1, 2009 must provide certificates from
board-approved course in the application of Pit and Fissure
Sealant, Coronal Polishing, Radiation Safety and Infection Control.
Current CPR Card. Current CPR Certified Instructor Card preferred.
EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent. Must be a graduate
from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S.
Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation (CHEA) in the specialty field or subject area
preferred. Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in
the practice setting or area of expertise for which they are
training students. Must demonstrate training in educational
methods, testing and evaluation and evidence of strength in
instructional methodology, delivery, and techniques as indicated by
evaluation by supervisory personnel within 30 days of beginning
instruction. ABOUT US
American Career College s commitment to quality education for over
40 years has provided students excellence in hands-on healthcare
training at our campuses in Ontario, Los Angeles, and Orange
County. American Career College is dedicated to the belief that all
students have the right to succeed and reach their full potential.
To meet this challenge in postsecondary education, American Career
College s mission is to provide adult learners with the skills and
technical knowledge needed for initial employment in entry-level
positions. With more than 50,000 graduates, you will have the
opportunity to contribute to the support of our communities by
educating quality healthcare professionals, collaborating with
incredible people, and grow in your own profession.Our benefited
faculty and associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package
including:
Function: Professional
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