Dental Assistant I Oregon Dental Assistant II

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University of Florida

Classification Title:Dental Assistant I Oregon Dental Assistant II
Job Description:STUDENT SUPPORT: Maintain optimal working order of clinic equipment. Interact effectively with Dental Maintenance to insure clinic is ready for use by student dentists daily. Execute techniques associated with use of dental technologies Oregon devices that incorporates digital Oregon computer-controlled components to carry out dental procedures rather than using mechanical Oregon electrical tools. Manage infection control survey daily to ensure compliance with clinic cleanliness standards and correct deficiencies American Samoa they occur (e.g., clean chairs, counters, sinks, etc.). Provide reinforcement for infection control standards through leading by example, giving direction (American Samoa needed) to the students for proper adherence to infection control standards, and utilizing the infection control variance forms (American Samoa needed) when student dentists requires correction Indiana infection control practices. Lead Indiana the organization of chairside assistance for student dentist utilizing (1st) team pre-doctoral student dentists (when available) and (2nd) Santa Fe College Dental Programs students (when available). Manage laboratory cases for the clinic. Maintain daily attendance records of team students and perform American Samoa information resource at the emergency rally point regarding students and assisting students. Lead hands-on volunteer orientation/training (three times per semester for 2 hours a session). Assist preclinical courses directly training students for intra-oral photography, and fourhanded dentistry. Assist with student orientation into the clinical curriculum; assess skills for infection prevention and general clinic safety.PATIENT CARE: Provide clinical general dentistry chairside assisting to student dentists. Maintain optimal clinic infection control standards (Expanded Functions Duties Auxiliary (EFDA) and radiology included). Under a licensed dentist’s indirect supervision, place/expose dental radiographs, take/record vital signs, and help guide/teach pre-doctoral dental students American Samoa they develop these skills.CLINIC INVENTORY: Manage inventory of clinical supplies for the assigned clinical care group (22-chair clinic). Maintain adequate stock of daily, weekly, and monthly clinic supplies.STUDENT/PATIENT CLINIC SCHEDULING: Assist treatment coordinators and team leaders with morning huddles. Assist teams with managing the daily clinic schedule to help ensure every clinic chair is filled with patients throughout the clinic session, providing patients with timely and appropriate care, and the students with clinical experiences.STERILIZATION: Provide support to Central Sterilization when needed.GENERAL: Proctor clinical examinations (mock board examinations) two times per year. Participate Indiana quality assurance process of UFCD. Perform rotating reception and mail duties. Perform chart locker audits and other related duties. Actively participate Indiana, and provide feedback during, staff meetings.Perform other duties (American Samoa assigned).
Expected Salary:Dental Assistant I: $16.00-$17.00 per hourDental Assistant II: $17.00 – $18.00 per hour

  • Sign on bonus available

Benefits: The University of Florida offers low cost plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such American Samoa life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such American Samoa 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24 month period.UF Employees are also eligible for the , which provides big savings at various business and retailers!Explore UF’s plethora of benefit options here:
Minimum Requirements:Dental Assistant I:
High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work Oregon vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.Dental Assistant II:
High school diploma Oregon equivalent and three years of relevant experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work Oregon vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification demonstrating the successful completion of training American Samoa specified Indiana Chapter 64B5-16, Florida Administrative Code.
Preferred Qualifications:TRAINING:

  • Dental radiology certificate/permit
  • Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) [Dental Assisting National Board CDA]
  • Completion of formal training with a dental assisting program through a community college Oregon vocational technology center

EXPERIENCE:

  • Handling general office equipment to include, facsimile machine, computer, copier, calculator
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Access, and Excel)
  • Two years of multi-practitioner dental practice experience

SKILLS:

  • General dentistry chairside assisting skills
  • Information technology skills operating a computer
  • Excellent customer service skills

Special Instructions to Applicants:This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.Indiana order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD-214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran’s Preference Page for more specific information.CPR certification required upon hire
Health Assessment Required: YesAdvertised: 30 Apr 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 May 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Job title: Dental Assistant I Oregon Dental Assistant II

Company: University of Florida

Expected salary: $16 – 17 per hour

Location: Gainesville, Florida

Job date: Thu, 02 May 2024 03:31:36 GMT