Dental Aide

University of Rochester; Eastman (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Dental Office Worker for the EIOH General Dentistry clinic. The role supports clinical care in a dental outpatient environment, handling inventories, scheduling, patient flow, data entry, and basic lab tasks.

Full-time position with a 40-hour work week, located at 625 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642. Minimum education is a high school diploma; computer literacy and dental terminology knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures; computer experience preferred.
• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory of equipment, instruments and supplies; assist with replacements/repairs; maximize room utilization and prepare operatorys.
• Anticipate and prepare equipment, material, and supply needs for patient procedures and provider schedules.
• Schedule and reschedule patient appointments; maintain accurate demographics in scheduling system.
• Escort patients through the clinic and provide assistance for non-ambulatory patients; follow patient ID verification safety protocol.
• Enter patient data into the electronic medical record and review discharge instructions with patients.
• Implement standard infection prevention measures (hand hygiene, surface decontamination) per policy.
• Perform basic dental laboratory procedures such as model pouring for dentures and partials.
• Collect data for quality improvement; assist in research as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dental terminology

Computer experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

625 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

920720 EIOH General Dentistry

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URC 202 H

Compensation Range

$17.50 - $22.75

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of a Licensed Team Member, performs a variety of clinical and clerical tasks in support of clinical care activities in a dental outpatient environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains inventory of equipment, instruments and supplies. Assists with replacements/repairs. Maximizes room utilization through inventory, stocking, cleaning of operatories, and daily preparation of dental units. Maintains cleanliness of waiting room.
• Anticipates and prepares equipment, material, and supply needs in consideration of patient/procedure complexity in support of timely and efficient clinic operations and provider schedules.
• Contacts patients to schedule/reschedule patient appointments. Maintains accurate demographic information in the scheduling system.
• Notifies of patient arrival and escorts patients through the clinic. Provides special assistance for non-ambulatory patients. Follows standard clinical safety protocol for Patient Identification Verification.
• Enters patient data into the electronic medical record. Reviews discharge instructions with patient as prepared by provider.
• Implements standard infection prevention measures, such as hand hygiene and surface decontamination, in accordance with EIOH infection prevention policy.
• Performs basic dental laboratory procedures such as model pouring for dentures and partials.
• Collects data for quality improvement/departmental studies. Supports and assists in research as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or High School Student in good academic standing required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and computer experience preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.