Chairside Surgical Dental Assistant

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide quality care to patients under the supervision of an Oral Surgeon/Resident. The role involves promoting efficient operation of the procedural based clinic and providing surgical assistance to practitioners and support staff.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a high school education or equivalent. Certification as a Dental Assistant within 14 months is required, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age required.
• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program or minimum of one year chair side experience.
• Ability to obtain Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) within 14 months is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to patients under supervision.
• Promote efficient operation of the procedural based clinic.
• Provide surgical assistance to practitioners and support staff.

Skills

Effective verbal and written skills

Ability to accomplish multiple tasks

Customer service skills

Education

High school education or equivalent

Completion of radiography course/credits

Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program

Job description

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide quality care to patients under the supervision of an Oral Surgeon/Resident. The role involves promoting efficient operation of the procedural based clinic and providing surgical assistance to practitioners and support staff.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a high school education or equivalent. Certification as a Dental Assistant within 14 months is required, along with BLS certification.