Dental Assistant Oral Surgery Clinic - Iowa City, United States - University of Iowa

University of Iowa Iowa City, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Nursing is seeking a 100% Dental Assistant position in the Oral Surgery Clinic.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs chairside duties in assistance of dental students, graduate students, and faculty providers. Carries out all functions which a registered dental assistant is legally certified to perform.

Characteristics, Duties & Responsibilities:

Cleans operatory and instrument maintenance
Prepares operatory for daily treatments by coordinating proper tray set-ups (either setting themselves or using tray cards from dispensary) and any additional equipment necessary for the procedures to be performed
Prepares patients for dental treatment, obtaining past medical history and other pertinent information from the patient or legal guardian. Assist with scheduling patients for follow-up appointments
Assists operator chairside in four handed techniques. Including handoff of appropriate instruments and properly mixing materials
Performs duties not involving direct patient contact. Sharpens instruments, performs minor maintenance of physical and digital equipment. Replenishes supplies in the operatory area
Performs all duties assigned by dental students, graduate students or faculty, including duties involving direct patient contact such as bonding systems, cavity liners, bases, desensitizing agents, dry socket medication, Periodontal dressing and/or gingival retraction
Responsible for lab duties such as bleach trays, custom trays, pouring of models, mouth guards and/or impressions for final appliances
Post treatment duties: may assist in patient treatment coordination, post-procedure charges and charting under guidance of the provider
In select clinics, monitors patients under nitrous oxide but does not administer. Duties may include set-up and tear down of equipment
Exposes and processes radiographs and also traces and records measurements for cephalometric x-rays. May also conduct CBCT scanning/imaging
Trains dental students in concepts of Dental Auxiliary Utilization and participates in student feedback sessions. May also support training of Residents in DA techniques some areas
Assist in onboarding Dental Assistants in the methods used at the College of Dentistry and insures infection control compliance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of dental assistant work as instructed in CODA accredited educational programs
Ability to work in close quarters with dental faculty and students while maintaining a positive environment for patients
Ability to maintain a certificate of proficiency in dental radiography required by the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners
Ability to operate necessary technology, machines, and instruments used in dental assistance duties

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

Percent of Time: 100%

Hourly: $21.26 to commensurate

Schedule: Hours M-F no rotation, weekends, or holiday

Location: Pomerantz Family Pavilion (PFP)

Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at:

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Successful completion of a CODA accredited dental assistance program or one year full time equivalency in chairside assistant experience assisting in four-handed method of dentistry
Must have a current certificate of registration to practice as a dental assistant issued by the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners (QDA)
Must possess current Iowa certificate of proficiency in dental radiography (QDA)
No additional work experience beyond the requirements for this position
May require Expanded Functions (EF-1 and/or EF-2) based on specific needs assigned by provider

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Applicant Resource Center -

Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available

Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.

Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm or by appointment contact (see below) to schedule a time to visit.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For questions, contact Rebecca Beggs at (see below)

Additional Information

Classification Title: Dental Assistant
Appointment Type: Merit
Schedule: Full-time
Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

Pay Level: 8

Contact Information

Organization: Healthcare
Contact Name: Rebecca Beggs
Contact Email: (see below)

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