Senior Dental Assistant Graduate Orthodontics

Oklahoma City, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED AND:

2 years experience performing chair side dental assistance.

Equivalency Substitution: Possession of a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential may be substituted for1 year of dental assisting experience

Skills:

Strong knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
Adept at anticipating the needs of the dentist and adapting to last-minute changes or emergencies
In-depth knowledge of infection control and sterilization techniques in accordance with OSHA CDC and state regulations
Familiarity with dental radiographic techniques and safety procedures
Awareness of HIPAA guidelines and patient confidentiality protocols
Knowledge of dental materials and their appropriate uses
Effective chairside assisting techniques for a wide range of dental procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
Ability to provide patient care and customer service
Strong organizational skills in operatory setup instrument preparation and time management during procedures
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Must have a professional and positive attitude.

Certifications:

Current Oklahoma Dental Assistant Permit or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Current CPR Certification
Required to have 2 of the 4 Certifications from Oklahoma Board of Dentistry:
- Radiation Protection and Safety
- Coronal Polishing and Topical Fluoride
- Placement of Pit and Fissure Sealants
- Assisting in the Administration of Nitrous Oxide

Advertised Physical Requirements:

Physical:
- Standing for long periods of time.
- Manual dexterity.
- Speaking listening walking and reaching.
Environmental:
- Clinic Environment.
- Exposure to infectious diseases and blood borne pathogens.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The University in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex sexual orientation marital status genetic information gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law) age (40 or older) religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions employment housing financial aid and educational services.

Required Attachments

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The University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is seeking a Senior Dental Assistant to join our Graduate Orthodontics team. This position provides chair side dental assistance prepares and sterilizes equipment documents patient care takes and develops x-rays along with provides administrative assistance.

Duties:

Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures to include but not limited to placement of bases and liners and placement and removal of rubber dams insertion finishing and removal of temporary restorations.
Prepares set-up trays for anesthetic operative prosthetic periodontal prophylactic endodontic and orthodontic dentistry. Prepares dental equipment and materials for treatment.
Takes and develops dental radiographs (x-rays).
Performs patient charting as instructed by the dentist.
Follows infection control protocol and prepares and sterilizes instruments and equipment.
Greets patient and gets them situated in the treatment room.
Provides patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures.
Takes impressions of patients teeth for study casts (models of teeth).
May perform office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer. Schedules appointments answers phones data entry and orders supplies.
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED AND:2 years experience performing chair side dental assistance.Equivalency Substitution: Possession of a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential may be substituted for1 year of dental assisting experienceSkills:Strong knowledge of dental terminology...