Dental Assistant

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their patient care team. This role will involve assisting with clinical activities, managing supplies, and ensuring adherence to health standards. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and significant manual dexterity, contributing to a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Must pass health standards prior to appointment.
• 2 years dental assisting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures is desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and faculty in patient care.
• Dispense supplies in a clinical environment.
• Transport contaminated instruments to sterilization.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma

Technical School

Job description

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Job Title

Dental Assistant

Department

Dentistry | Sterilization

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry seeks a Dental Assistant to join the patient care team in Clinic Administration to support the dental clinics. The College’s Dispensing Unit in Clinic Administration is an important function in the health care delivery system.

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the United States and it is the only public dental school in Ohio. The college is divided into ten divisions with all major ADA-recognized dental specialties represented. The College has approximately 600 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs.

The Dispensing Assistant assists students and faculty in the provision of patient care activities and/or simulation activities by dispensing a high volume of supplies and equipment in a fast paced clinical environment; dispenses instruments / equipment / materials to dental and dental hygiene students in eight student clinics according to departmental standards; stocks / orders supplies for dispensary areas and clinical cabinets, accurately scans out/in equipment and instrument cassettes dispensed utilizing the college tracking system or if necessary by established manual process; transports instruments/equipment/materials to/from dispensaries and examines returned equipment, instrument cassettes, bur blocks and other items returned for wear, damage or missing elements. Receives a high volume of contaminated instruments/equipment throughout the work day, inspects to ensure integrity/ transports to Central Sterilization; takes quarterly inventory; cleans student back labs daily; heat seals dispensing supplies; follows OSHA, HIPAA and college safety and infection control procedures. Hours will vary with the needs of both the Central Sterilization/Dispensing units. Candidate must be able to work nights and/or weekends as needed for college events.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday 11:30am-8:30pm & Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm

This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.

Candidate must be able to work nights and/or weekends as needed for college events. Frequent lifting/pulling/pushing up to 50 lbs; frequent bending/twisting/turning/reaching below knees and above shoulders; and involves frequent standing/walking; needs to have full use of both hands, as well as significant dexterity in the fingers and the ability to manipulate instruments, equipment and materials. Other specific requirements include color spectrum differentiation; significant manual dexterity/motor coordination/language development. Individuals in this position may be exposed to the following: blood borne pathogens; chemical hazards (skin irritants); vibrating equipment; use of sharp instruments; and latex

Required: High school diploma; MUST PASS HEALTH STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS PRESCRIBED BY LAW PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT (e.g., hepatitis, vaccination series and TB test).

Desired: 2 year's dental assisting or sterile tech experience; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to consistently contribute to and work within a fast paced team environment. Technical School or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of dental technology, terminology, office practices and procedures, inventory recordkeeping procedures, infection control procedures, sterilization procedures, OSHA and HIPAA, dental nomenclature, products and instruments. Experience using a personal computer and Microsoft Office to generate a variety of materials ranging from basic to complex; experience in customer service setting; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to consistently contribute to and work within a fast paced team environment.

Additional Information

Location:

Postle Hall (0024)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

Second 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.

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

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