Dental Assistant

University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine seeks full-time Dental Care Assistants to support various specialized dental areas. Responsibilities include direct patient care, radiographic duties, and maintaining sterile environments. This role is perfect for those with a passion for dental health and patient education, contributing to a highly regarded institution.

Benefits

Medical insurance plans

Dental insurance plans

Paid time off

22 vacation days per year

10 holidays per year

Tuition benefit for all CU campuses

Reduced RTD Bus and light rail service

Qualifications

• 1 year of dental assisting experience required or equivalent education.
• Must have current valid CPR and/or BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Providing four-handed chair-side dental assistance.
• Maintaining patient data and records.
• Performing and developing dental radiographs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Sterilization Techniques

Radiograph Techniques

Education

Completion of an accredited dental assisting program

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Job Summary:

The School of Dental Medicine (SDM) welcomes applications for full-time Dental Care Assistants to work in all specialized dentistry areas. The position requires extensive, diverse and progressively responsible experience, including direct responsibility for providing four-handed chair side dental assistance in all specialized dentistry (i.e., oral and maxillofacial surgery, periodontics, endodontics, and restorative), patient preparation and positioning, clinical area preparation, use of sterile techniques and performing infection control procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient preparation and positioning
• Clinical area preparation
• Use of sterile techniques and infection control procedures
• Maintain patient data and records
• Perform and develop dental radiographs
• Performs appropriate aseptic and sterilization techniques.
• Prepares specialized instruments setups for undergraduate students, residents and faculty to be used during dental patient treatment.
• Inspects appropriate instruments/tools for good condition/working order.
• Performs dental intraoral and extraoral radiographs using appropriate technique, x-ray equipment and safety equipment.
• Develops, mounts and identifies radiographic films.
• Troubleshoots the scanner to make sure films are being developed with high quality

Clinical Education Support – 5% (Essential Function)

• Support the educational mission of the SDM, including role modeling and coaching students how to function as a dental assistant in both four-handed chairside activities and in clinical operations support.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine is nationally recognized for the quality of its educational programs, its interdisciplinary research and its excellent clinical care programs that contribute to the health and well-being of many of Colorado’s most underserved citizens. We are invested in creating career pathways, learning and development opportunities, and developing people infrastructures to support the workforce.

Why work for the University?

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Dental Care I:

• One year of dental assisting experience
• Successful completion of an accredited dental assisting program may substitute for one year of experience.
• NOTE:If exercising the education substitution, applicants MUST attach a copy of their dental assisting certificate to their application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement.
• Must possess current valid CPR and/or BLS certification

Dental Care II:

• Two years of dental assisting experience
• Successful completion of an accredited dental assisting program may substitute for one year of experience.
• NOTE:If exercising the education substitution, applicants MUST attach a copy of their dental assisting certificate to their application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement.
• Must possess current valid CPR and/or BLS certification

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist License
• Recent experience working in a fast-paced dental environment
• Experience with clinical area preparation in a dental clinic and/or office.
• Experience taking x-rays
• Experience in sterilizing dental tools, instruments and equipment.
• Experience working with students and faculty in a higher education and/or academic medical environment
• Experience working with multiple doctors

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of individuals
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Knowledge of dental terminology and instrumentation
• Knowledge of current dental materials, tools and instruments, and proper use and technique
• Familiarity with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
• Must demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of dental materials, their use, maintenance and storage

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 25th 2025

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

Dental Care I $39,743-$46,098

Dental Care II $43,806-$50,822

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator [e-mail].

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .

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