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    Surgical Dental Assistant - Lexington, United States - University of Kentucky

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    University of Kentucky
    Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
    Posting Details

    Posting Details

    Job Title Surgical Dental Assistant
    Requisition Number RE44145
    Working Title

    Department Name 7A830:
    Division of Adult Dentistry
    Work Location Lexington, KY
    Grade Level 43
    Salary Range $ /hour
    Type of Position Staff
    Position Time Status Full-Time
    Required Education
    HS
    Click here for more information about equivalencies:
    Required Related Experience
    4 yrs
    Required License/Registration/Certification
    None
    Physical Requirements
    Constant repetitive motion
    Shift
    Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.
    Job Summary

    Assist faculty and/or residents of the Pediatric and Adult (GPR) Dentistry programs with daily patient schedules by doing four-handed/chairside and expanded duty dental assisting and will assist with oral and I.V.

    sedations.

    The position will be trained to work in the Center for Advanced Surgery center, assisting with dental procedures performed under general anesthesia.

    The Surgical Dental Assistant also assists with patients who are medically, mentally and physically complex, including the use of restraints and special devices and patient management techniques.

    This position is for the Kentucky Clinic; however, the person in this position may be asked to occasionally provide fill-in and back-up coverage for other Dental Assistants and Dental Therapists at various levels both on and off campus.

    Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
    Knowledge of proper infection control techniques in dentistry.
    Experience in working with patients with special needs.
    Knowledge of implant procedures is desirable.
    Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
    Preferred Education/Experience
    Five or more years experience as an expanded duties dental assistant in general and/or pediatric dentistry preferred.
    Radiation safety certificate preferred. Expanded duties certificate, coronal polishing certificate and experience assisting with sedations and working in the operating room environment preferred.
    Deadline to Apply 05/22/2024
    University Community of Inclusion

    The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

    We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

    We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.

    In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

    Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

    These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.
    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

    How many year of paid experience do you have in expanded duties dental assisting and/or surgical dental assisting?

    None
    Some but less than 1 year

    • 3 Years
    • 6 Years
    • 9 Years
    10+ Years

    Do you have an Expanded Duty Certificate?

    Yes
    No

    Do you have a current Radiation Safety certificate in the state of Kentucky?

    Yes
    No

    Please indicate the number of years of experience you have in working with patients with special needs.

    None
    More than 0, up to 1 year
    More than 1 year, up to 2 years
    More than 2 year, up to 3 years
    More than 3 year, up to 4 years
    More than 4 years

    Do you have experience assisting a surgeon in the operating room?

    Yes
    No

    Describe your ability to work in a fast-paced and high intensity outpatient clinic setting. Please give specific examples of how you manage in this environment.

    (Open Ended Question)

    Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?

    (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)

    A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    UK Job Fair
    None of the Above
    Diversified Search Group
    LinkedIn

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    Optional Documents

    Resume
    Cover Letter

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