Dental Assistant

Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 2,814,000 - 3,656,000; 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 dental hygienists, assisting with operative, preventative, periodontal, endodontic, prosthetic and/or oral surgery procedures. Responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing equipment, taking radiographs, and maintaining dental records.

You will monitor radiation safety, manage inventories, and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Dental X-Ray Machine Operator permit from the Ohio State Dental Board.
• Certification or vocational training may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and dental hygienists in clinical care.
• Prepare, sterilize, and organize dental equipment and supplies.
• Take radiographs and monitor radiation safety protocols.
• Maintain dental records and inventory, respond to emergencies.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

CPR certification

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental X-Ray Machine Operator permit

Certification or vocational training preferred

Job description

Job Title:

Dental Assistant

Department:

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.

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:

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.