Dental Assistant – Job Opening 237939

Dental Assistant– Job Opening 237939

How to Apply

To be considered an applicant for this position you must apply online at http://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs search Job ID: 237939.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma/GED with 1 year experience

OR

Certified Dental Assistant program to include but not limited to DCG program, OR Associate's Degree or higher

Responsibilities

The incumbent of this position performs chair-side assisting in all phases of emergency dentistry, pediatric, orthodontic, prosthodontics, limited endodontic, limited oral surgery and periodontics assisting. Other related work will also be required which includes, but is not limited to, preventive and daily maintenance of dental operatory and equipment, clerical assignments, radiological and receptionist responsibilities. Serves as a liaison for patients, staff, students, residents and faculty within the dental college. The duties include, but are not limited to:

Chair Side Assistance

· Assist dental students, residents and/or faculty in the treatment of patients requiring emergency restorative, prosthodontics, periodontics, endodontics and/or oral surgery.

· Participate in 4 handed dentistry. Assist chair side with air, water and instruments. Mixing various materials as required.

· Assist in the management of difficult problems such as the apprehensive patient and/or the pre-medicated adult.

· Assist in the placement of rubber dam.

· Prepare local anesthetic syringe. Dispose of all sharps in designated sharps container after patient dismissed.

· Use mouth mirror for indirect vision retraction. Gently extract patient's cheek, adjusting mirror position to avoid pressure on oral structures.

· Perform high volume evacuation. Handle carefully not to move during instrument or hand piece use.

· Follow all published guidelines regarding personal protective gear and clinical infection control protocol, i.e. Aware of the MSDS sheets, handle and dispose of hazardous materials.

Instruments & Instruction

· Operates dental x-ray equipment to include taking routine and specialized radiographs as requested.

· Explain purpose of procedure to patient.

· Explain and place protective lead apron

· Obtains and stores dental and special supplies. Assigned operatories are kept clean and stocked.

· Maintains dental equipment in a clean operative condition on a daily basis.

· Cleaning, packaging, and maintaining instruments and equipment required including sending to and retrieving from central sterilization as needed for daily production.

· Using organizational software and assisting in appointing patients for follow-up care.

· Follow the organization's incident reporting protocol.

· Ensure ordering and inventory control of supplies, equipment, and dental instruments required for assigned clinics.

Other Duties

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Shift/Salary

Shift: Days: Monday - Friday

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Conditions of Employment

All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during the course of their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. “Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success.”

Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location