Saturday, May 28, 2022
  • Login
  • Register
No Result
View All Result
Dimensions' Students
  • Home
  • Study Guides & Quizzes
    • Courses & Quizzes
    • Study Guides
    • My Profile
  • Categories
    • Browse All
    • Access to Care
    • Anesthesia
    • Antimicrobials
    • Career Path
    • Caries
    • Ergonomics
    • Esthetic Dentistry
    • Ethics
    • Fluoride
    • Forensic Dentistry
    • Hypersensitivity
    • Infection Control
    • Instrumentation
    • Landing a Job
    • Lifestyle
    • Medical Emergencies
    • Mouthrinses
    • Oral Pathology
    • Oral Systemic
    • Orthodontics
    • Patient Education
    • Pediatrics
    • Periodontics
    • Pharmacology
    • Polishing
    • Radiography
    • Risk Assessment
    • Sealants
    • Ultrasonics
    • Xerostomia
  • Meet Our Sponsor
  • Facebook Group
  • Login
  • Home
  • Study Guides & Quizzes
    • Courses & Quizzes
    • Study Guides
    • My Profile
  • Categories
    • Browse All
    • Access to Care
    • Anesthesia
    • Antimicrobials
    • Career Path
    • Caries
    • Ergonomics
    • Esthetic Dentistry
    • Ethics
    • Fluoride
    • Forensic Dentistry
    • Hypersensitivity
    • Infection Control
    • Instrumentation
    • Landing a Job
    • Lifestyle
    • Medical Emergencies
    • Mouthrinses
    • Oral Pathology
    • Oral Systemic
    • Orthodontics
    • Patient Education
    • Pediatrics
    • Periodontics
    • Pharmacology
    • Polishing
    • Radiography
    • Risk Assessment
    • Sealants
    • Ultrasonics
    • Xerostomia
  • Meet Our Sponsor
  • Facebook Group
  • Login
No Result
View All Result
Dimensions' Students

How Do I Land a Job as a Corporate Educator?

Dimensions of Dental HygienebyDimensions of Dental Hygiene
January 13, 2021
in Landing a Job
0

While most dental hygienists work in private clinical practice, myriad career opportunities exist for those who wish to try something different. Working in industry is one of those options, and it is perfect for clinicians who enjoy educating others. A corporate educator typically instructs oral health professionals on his or her company’s product line and the research supporting it. This position frequently requires that dental hygienists first have experience in clinical practice in addition to earning a baccalaureate degree. Following are tips and suggestions from current corporate educators.

“Frequently attending educational courses and keeping up with scientific research are key components to preparing for a career in industry or to further a career in this field. The dental world is ever changing and even more so now in light of the many challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Research will help guide us in adapting to this new dental world.

I would advise dental hygienists interested in a career in the corporate world to do your homework. There are many different paths to take in industry. Explore those that interest you and determine which opportunities offer the most flexibility. Networking with industry representatives prior to taking the leap will allow you to understand the roles, job functions, and prerequisites needed for your new career path. I met some wonderful people who took me under their wing and helped guide me into my current position. Many of these connections still serve as my sounding board and mentors.”

—Michele Lash, RDH, BA, clinical educator for Dentsply Sirona in York, Pennsylvania

“Commit time and energy to become the best dental hygienist you can be. Invest in yourself with education. Most corporations require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree along with a number of years of clinical experience. Earning my master’s degree in business opened a multitude of doors for me and moved my career internationally. Read voraciously—dentistry is continually evolving. Expand your reach by reading outside of the realm of dentistry. Finally, leading-edge networking is essential—develop the skills necessary to create, cultivate, and capitalize on relationships to make things happen and impact the bottom-line. Be willing to do the work to move the needle. Take calculated risks!”

—Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM, is director of corporate education and professional relations for Crosstex International, based in Hauppauge, New York

“I have two key pieces of advice. First, network! Talk to people in the positions you want. Find out what an average week is like. Look for the good and the not so good in the position. We often don’t realize what happens behind the scenes—there is much more to every position than what you see on the surface. Find out if this is a career move you really want. If it is, pursue it. Second, get both your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. Most companies require a degree or advanced degree for employment. Find out from your network which degrees are most valued by companies.”

—Phyllis A. Martina, RDH, MBA, is the senior academic relations manager for Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals Inc, New York

“Changing my career path occurred in a series of small steps. After completing my bachelor’s degree 10 years after earning my associate’s degree in dental hygiene, I was working part time in private practice and part time as an adjunct faculty member in a dental hygiene program. While I enjoyed this schedule, I felt a strong desire to learn more about the business side of dentistry. For many years, I had worked for a dentist who was very progressive in practice management. He would take the entire staff to practice management courses regularly. I found this aspect of dentistry fascinating and wanted to learn more about it, so I responded to a newspaper employment advertisement for a dental practice management consultant. I was subsequently hired and trained and spent several years consulting in dental practices in the mid-Atlantic region—helping dental teams improve their efficiency, profitability, and overall job satisfaction. It was a great experience. The knowledge I gained in this position provided a foundation for my move into dental distribution, where I spent the next 10 years. Again, these opportunities prepared me for my subsequent position in the corporate side of dental manufacturing.”

—Gail Malone, RDH, BS, professional services senior manager for DENTSPLY Professional, York, Pennsylvania

Previous Post

Why Every Dental Hygienist Should Volunteer Abroad

Next Post

How Dental Hygiene Students Can Pursue a Degree in Orofacial Myology

Next Post
Woman on a college campus smiling at the camera

How Dental Hygiene Students Can Pursue a Degree in Orofacial Myology

Please login to join discussion

Study Guides

  • Supporting the Health of the Oral Microbiome

  • Manage Erosive Tooth Wear With Minimally Invasive Dentistry

  • Biofilm Removal With Air Polishing

  • Tips for Treating Dentinal Hypersensitivity

  • What You Need to Know About Restorative Materials

  • Managing Erosive Tooth Wear

  • Providing Esthetic Alternatives to Traditional Orthodontic Therapy

  • Caries Risk Assessment and Genetics

  • Managing Sialorrhea

  • Update on the AAP's Peri-Implant and Periodontal Disease Classification System

  • Tips for Addressing Orofacial Pain

  • Practical Benefits of the Intraoral Scanner

  • Screening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

  • Use Your Core to Prevent Musculoskeletal Injuries

  • Ensure Effective Patient Communication

  • Important Role of Teledentistry

  • Implementing Infection Control Guidelines on New Technology

  • How to Make a Difference in the Opioid Epidemic

  • Uncover the Impact of Bias

  • Harnessing the Oral Health Benefits of Arginine

  • Discussing the Risks of E-Cigarettes

  • Successfully Addressing Orofacial Pain

  • How to Handle a Medical Emergency in the Dental Setting

  • Implement Risk-Based Intervals

  • Detecting Signs of Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Kids

  • Teledentistry Provides Myriad Benefits

  • Asthma's Impact on Oral Health

  • Improve Patients' Oral Health Literacy

  • Detecting Dentinal Hypersensitivity

  • In-Office Tooth Whitening Options

  • Strategies to Maintain a Healthy Oral Microbiome

  • Endodontics 101 for Dental Hygienists

  • Role of Sealants in Caries Prevention Among a Variety of Populations

  • Improve Your Interpersonal Communication Skills

  • Identifying Tongue-Tie in Young Patients

  • Improving Access to Care With Teledentistry

  • Best Practices for Technology-Related Infection Control

  • Esthetic Options for Orthodontic Treatment

  • How to Manage Erosive Tooth Wear

  • Your Role in Forensic Dentistry

  • Strategies for Classifying Caries Lesions

  • Mitigating the Symptoms of Xerostomia

  • Implant Maintenance Is Key to Oral Health

  • Preventing Pain in Kids

  • Using Dental Radiography to Evaluate Periodontal Disease Status

  • Strengthen Your Core to Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders

  • Ethical Decision Making Defined

  • Pharmacology: Medication Usage

  • Antimicrobials: Improve Oral Health With Antimicrobials

  • Instrumentation: Improve Your Scaling and Root Planing Skills

  • Access to Care: Expand Access to Care for the Most Vulnerable

  • Risk Assessment: Reduce Oral Disease With Risk Assessment

  • Pediatrics: Tailoring Care for Kids

  • Oral Pathology: Tips for Addressing Common Oral Lesions

  • Oral Systemic: Explore the Oral-Systemic Link

  • Medical Emergencies: Be Prepared to Handle Anything

  • Patient Education: How to Hone Your Patient Education Skills

  • Infection Control: Ensure Practice Safety

  • Ergonomics Study Guide 1

  • Infection Control Study Guide 1

  • Fluoride Study Guide 1

  • Periodontics Study Guide 1

  • Hypersensitivity Study Guide 1

  • Caries Study Guide 1

ADVERTISEMENT
Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene is the leading peer-reviewed journal serving dental hygiene professionals.

Click here to visit our main website.

Tags

academia advice anxiety breakingingnews breakingnews career caries chlorhexidine confidence Course of the Week COVID-19 degree dental hygiene dental hygiene school dental hygienist interviewing introvert jobs masters national dental hygiene month NDHM quiz resume shy students varnish

© 2020 Belmont Publications, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • ISSN 1542-7919

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Study Guides & Quizzes
    • Courses & Quizzes
    • Study Guides
    • My Profile
  • Categories
    • Browse All
    • Access to Care
    • Anesthesia
    • Antimicrobials
    • Career Path
    • Caries
    • Ergonomics
    • Esthetic Dentistry
    • Ethics
    • Fluoride
    • Forensic Dentistry
    • Hypersensitivity
    • Infection Control
    • Instrumentation
    • Landing a Job
    • Lifestyle
    • Medical Emergencies
    • Mouthrinses
    • Oral Pathology
    • Oral Systemic
    • Orthodontics
    • Patient Education
    • Pediatrics
    • Periodontics
    • Pharmacology
    • Polishing
    • Radiography
    • Risk Assessment
    • Sealants
    • Ultrasonics
    • Xerostomia
  • Meet Our Sponsor
  • Facebook Group
  • Login

© 2020 Belmont Publications, Inc. • All Rights Reserved • ISSN 1542-7919

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Student

  • This is the name that will be displayed when posting on the site.
  • MM slash DD slash YYYY
  • MM slash DD slash YYYY
    Sign up to receive e-mail communications about products and services based on prior purchases and/or my activities on this website.

Instructor

  • This is the name that will be displayed when posting
    Sign up to receive e-mail communications about products and services based on prior purchases and/or my activities on this website.

Administration

  • This is the name that will be displayed when posting
    Sign up to receive e-mail communications about products and services based on prior purchases and/or my activities on this website.

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

Login

Lost Your Password?
Register
Don't have an account? Register one!
Register An Account