Dental Assistant

University Hospital, Newark; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark seeks a Dental Assistant to provide direct patient care and support dental procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills and have completed an accredited Dental Assisting program, along with required certifications. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Dental Assisting Program and certifications required.
• Registered with the Board of Dentistry in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and chair-side assistance.
• Monitors and records basic physiological parameters.
• Takes and develops dental x-rays as ordered.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school or equivalent certification

Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program

Certified Dental Assistant

Certification in CPR

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Dental Assistant position is to provide direct patient care, performs simple (nursing dental) procedures, performs in a technical capacity providing support to the professional staff in the evaluation and treatment of patients, and contributes to the overall orderliness and cleanliness of the unit under the direction and supervision of a Staff Nurse. Provides chair side assistance to doctors performing all dental procedures under local. Exercises competency in all procedures within the scope of practice, as appropriate to all ages of patients served from neonatal to the end of life.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Contributes to the achievement of excellence in health care to fulfill the mission of the unit.
• Exhibits strong customer service skills in daily interaction with the public, patients, staff, and physicians in the performance of job duties.
• Performs, monitors and records basic physiological parameters, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, (oral) intake and output.
• Participates in planning and evaluation of patient care by communication all information pertinent to the patient’s status.
• Provides direct patient care in accordance with individualized patients needs and dental plan of care.
• Ensures that two (2) patient identifies (name and DOB) are used at all times prior to seating patient with chart in exam room.
• Takes, develops, and labels all dental x-rays as ordered by Provider.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all Oral Maxillofacial/Dental procedures.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• High school or equivalent certification program required.
• Ability to read, write speak, understand, and communicate in English.
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program.
• Certification as a Dental Assistant and an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Assistant required.
• Applicants must be able to take temperatures, pulse, blood pressures, and other simple procedures where indicated.
• Certification in CPR.
• Must be registered with the Board of Dentistry to Practice in New Jersey as a Registered Dental Assistant.
• Must possess a valid Dental Radiologic Technology License issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Preferred:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Anesthesia Assistant preferred.
• Two (2) years of related experience is preferred.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is TT/1650 - $22.58 –$23.09 - $ 23.78 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

Apply Today

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.