Dental Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Surgical Assistant for its Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialty. This role involves assisting dental faculty and students in surgical procedures, maintaining the clinic environment, and ensuring patient safety. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and an accredited dental assisting program, with opportunities for professional development and community involvement.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive perks including retail and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program.
• Preferred: Completion of an accredited dental assisting program.

Responsibilities

• Providing surgical and dental assisting duties to the dental faculty practice.
• Preparing the clinic and setting up surgical trays using sterile techniques.
• Assisting with surgical and dental procedures and obtaining surgical consent.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Completion of an accredited dental assisting program

Job description

Career Area Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Craniofacial and Surgical Care provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with craniofacial or oral and maxillofacial conditions, including those with multiple or complex oral health problems. The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery discipline functions within the Adams School of Dentistry and UNC Hospitals and specializes in implant surgery, jaw tumors and disease, trauma surgery, cleft palates, facial cosmetic surgery and much more.

Position Summary

The Surgical Assistant is responsible for providing surgical and dental assisting duties to the dental faculty practice, student, and graduate clinics within the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialty. Tasks include preparing the clinic, setting up surgical trays using sterile techniques, assisting with a variety of surgical and dental procedures and obtaining surgical consent from patients, obtaining and documenting pre- and post-op vitals, and preparing patients for their procedure and subsequently review post-op instructions. The Surgical Assistant is responsible for reviewing the surgical caseload at the beginning of each day and assisting with clinical education of students and medical emergencies when needed. The Assistant may be asked to take impressions, order x-rays, complete the appropriate pathology and microbiology forms, maintain operating room inventory and complete duties assigned by the direct supervisor or faculty member.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Completion of an accredited dental assisting program.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

List of References

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