Dental Assistant

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their Pediatric Dentistry team. This role involves chair-side assistance, patient management, and ensuring infection control. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in dental assisting, with opportunities for professional growth and benefits.

Benefits

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Sick and Personal Days

Education benefits

Robust retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in dental assisting preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Ability to assist with conscious sedation and general anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Perform chairside dental assisting and radiography.
• Guide patients through visits and treatments.
• Ensure infection control and maintain supplies.

Skills

Chairside dental assisting

Patient management

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Completed formal dental assisting program

Job description

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Performs chairside dental assisting and radiography. Guides patients through visits and treatments, ensures charts are complete and necessary information is collected, and coordinates patient flow. Ensures infection control in operatories and with instruments. Maintains supplies.

Dent Med-Pediatric Dentistry

At the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine - Department of Pediatric Dentistry we focus on our entire team and their efforts while keeping things fun, challenging, friendly and rewarding. Benefits include: *11 Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days * Additional Paid Time Off (Winter Recess) during the period between Christmas and the New Year * Paid Parental Leave * Education benefits for eligible employees, their dependents and spouse/domestic partner * Above-average Employer Contribution towards Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, Life, STD, and LTD Insurance plans * A robust retirement savings plan option. Including 100% match on employee contributions of 3-8% (150% after vesting) and enhanced match for those nearing retirement.

Performs chairside dental assisting and radiography. Guides patients through visits and treatments, ensures charts are complete and necessary information is collected, and coordinates patient flow. Ensures infection control in operatories and with instruments. Maintains supplies.

Essential Functions

The Dental Assistant will provide chair-side dental assisting in the predoctoral and graduate areas within the department of Pediatric Dentistry as well as other related departmental clinical activities. Duties will include assistance with cases of conscious sedation, outpatient intravenous sedation, general anesthesia, and special needs dentistry; radiographic services; dispensing inventory and instrument cassettes; providing oral hygiene instruction to patients; helping with chart management using an electronic health record database, and confirmation of dental appointment for dental patients. This individual will also perform a variety of duties that follow established University policies and procedures, Infection Control Guidelines, and OSHA requirements to maintain quality assurance procedures.

Physical Effort

Standing and walking with/without assistance in clinical area; leaning over patient; reaching for and handing items to student dentists.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Dental Assistant

Job Family

Health Professionals

Job Sub-Family

Clinical Dental

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Additional Details About Required Licensure/Certification

Completed formal dental assisting program with license to expose and process dental radiographs as well as CPR certification preferred. Training provided.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Higher Education

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