Dental Assistant

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Total Health Care Center is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide chair-side support to dentists and hygienists across operative, preventative, and endodontic procedures. You will prepare, sterilize, and set up equipment, maintain records, and assist with radiographs according to safety standards.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a Dental X-Ray Machine Operator permit, and 1 year of relevant experience (2–4 years preferred).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Dental X-Ray Machine Operator permit from the Ohio State Dental Board.
• 1 year of relevant experience required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance to dentists and dental hygienists in operative, preventative, periodontal, endodontic, prosthetic, and/or oral surgery procedures.
• Prepare, sterilize, organize and set up dental equipment and ensure instruments are cleaned and processed per safety guidelines.
• Monitor and maintain dental equipment and radiographic units following manufacturer guidelines.
• Take diagnostic quality radiographic images as ordered and assist with radiation safety protocols.
• Order and maintain inventories of dental clinic supplies, equipment and instruments.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental X-Ray Machine Operator permit (Ohio State Dental Board)

Job description

Job Title

Dental AssistantDepartment:Nursing | College Administration

The Dental Assistant at The Ohio State University Total Health Care Center provides chair side assistance to dentists and dental hygienists in the provision of clinical dental care, including operative, preventative, periodontal, endodontic, prosthetic and/or oral surgery procedures. Prepares, sterilizes, organizes and sets up dental equipment, ensures that all dental instruments are cleaned, dated, and processed according to established safety guidelines and standards. Monitors and maintains dental equipment, such as compressors, evacuator, radiographic equipment, sterilizers, and light curing units, in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines. Takes diagnostic quality radiographic images in accordance with dentists’ orders, assists in the monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols. Orders and maintains inventories of dental clinic supplies, equipment, and instruments. Must be able to respond to emergency situations, maintains current CPR. Maintains dental laboratory slips and creates and maintains dental records in accordance with the established protocol and procedures. Must have basic computer skills.

Additional Information

Minimum Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED. Certification or vocational training may be preferred. Dental X-Ray Machine Operator permit from the Ohio State Dental Board. 1 year of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Function

Allied Health

Sub-function

Dental Assistants

Career Band

Individual Contributor - Technical

Career Level

T2

Salary Range

$20.43 - $26.54

Location

Eastland Prosperity Center (2577)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.