Graduate Teaching Assistant

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About Oregon Health & Science University

Overview The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and high quality care and community programs.

Why apply to OHSU?

• We are Oregon's only public academic health center.
• In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research.
• We also train the next generation of health care professionals.
• As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
• All are welcome.

Responsibilities

• We strive to foster an environment of mutual respect where the free exchange of ideas can flourish.
• The dental school prepares graduates in general dentistry and the dental specialties to deliver compassionate and ethical oro-facial health care.
• Read more about the School of Dentistry: http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/education/schools/school-of-dentistry Function/Duties of Position The teacher assistant (TA) will provide help teaching DS1s and DS2s in restorative dentistry courses.
• The TA will be guided by the course director and will teach along with faculty instructors to a group of designated students in the simulation clinic.
• They will provide feedback to students on dental procedures including but not limited to waxing, preparing teeth, restoration teeth, making provisionals, Axium, and treatment planning
• They are expected to communicate with course director, show up on time, and follow course director's guidance
• They will dedicate a maximum of one-half day a week for teaching
• Teacher assistants will not be involved with student assessments
• Monitor evening/Saturday Sim clinic practice sessions

Requirements

• Enrolled in or on vacation from or is otherwise registered in a Graduate Program with a minimum of 4.5 credit hours
• Clinic environment Must have great communication skills
• Must be a team player

Preferred

• Must have experience in a dental