LATC- Dental Assisting Lab Aide

Watertown School District 14-4

Job Location:

Watertown, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Overview: The Dental Assisting Program Lab Aide supports faculty and students in the dental assisting laboratory by preparing instructional materials maintaining lab equipment and supplies and assisting with hands-on learning activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring a safe organized and effective learning environment for students in lab courses.

Qualifications:

Must hold a current South Dakota Dental Assisting or Dental Hygiene credential.
Must hold a Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certified Dental Assistant credential. This requirement does not apply to dental hygienists.
Experience in dental assisting dental hygiene or a related healthcare field.
Knowledge of basic dental instruments procedures and infection control practices.
Knowledge of OSHA and CDC dental standards.
Familiarity with dental radiography equipment and materials preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare and set up dental laboratory stations for instructional activities including instruments materials and equipment.
Assist instructors during lab sessions by supporting demonstrations and student practice.
Clean disinfect sterilize and properly store dental instruments and equipment in accordance with OSHA CDC and infection control standards.
Maintain inventory of lab supplies and notify faculty of low stock or ordering needs.
Organize and maintain the cleanliness and functionality of the dental lab.
Ensure students follow safety and infection control protocols in the lab.
Support students with proper use of equipment and materials under faculty supervision.
Other duties as assigned.

Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8 AM 4 PM for spring semester (ends May 21 2026). Additional hours available if desired.

REPORTS TO: Dental Assisting Program Director Dean of Academics Vice President

SALARY:

Hourly rate set by the Watertown School Board. The rate for 2025-2026 is $22.44 per hour.

Position Overview: The Dental Assisting Program Lab Aide supports faculty and students in the dental assisting laboratory by preparing instructional materials maintaining lab equipment and supplies and assisting with hands-on learning activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring a safe org...