Dental Assistant

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Education benefits

Retirement plan match

Free bus pass

Descripción de la vacante

University of Pittsburgh UDHS seeks a full-time dental assistant to perform chairside dental assisting and radiography, guiding patients through visits and ensuring complete charts. The role coordinates patient flow and maintains infection control in operatories and with instruments.

The position operates on-campus in Pittsburgh within a team-oriented clinic. A High School Diploma/GED is required; PA dental radiology certification is preferred.

Formación

• Familiarity with dental assisting tasks and sterile technique.
• Respect for patient confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.
• Ability to prepare operatory and assist faculty practitioners.

Responsabilidades

• Operatory preparation and chairside assistance to faculty practitioners in UDHS.
• Maintain an aseptic environment; sterilize and organize dental tools.
• Follow OSHA and infection control guidelines, and HIPAA rules.
• Maintain and dispense inventory and instrument cassettes.
• Update patient records and schedule follow-up visits.
• Assist with clerical duties as needed.

Conocimientos

Chairside assistance

Infection control

OSHA compliance

HIPAA compliance

Inventory management

Update patient records

Educación

High School Diploma/GED

PA dental radiology certificate (preferred)

Herramientas

EHR software

Descripción del empleo

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.

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University Dental Health Services, Inc. (UDHS) is the faculty practice of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. UDHS employs faculty practitioners from a myriad of different specialties, including Oral Surgeons, Oral & Maxillofacial Prosthodontists, Periodontists, Endodontists and Pediatric Dentists. This clinical environment allows the dental professional the opportunity to gain valuable experience with various specialty procedures. UDHS is a team-oriented clinic focusing on the spirit of challenge, reward and fun. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-4:30PM (no evening or weekend hours).

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Benefits include: * 12 Paid Holidays PLUS Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days * Additional Paid Time Off (Winter Recess) during the period between Christmas Eve 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, which includes 100% match on employee contributions of 3-8% (150% after vesting) and enhanced match for those nearing retirement * Free PAT bus pass * Free University shuttle service throughout the campus.

Essential Functions

Operatory preparation and chairside assistance to Faculty practitioners within the University's faculty practice, University Dental Health Services (UDHS):

• Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) software preferred, but not required
• Maintain an aseptic environment; sterilizing and organizing dental tools
• Follow OSHA and infection control guidelines
• Follow HIPAA guidelines
• Maintain and dispense inventory and instrument cassettes
• Update patient records
• Schedule follow-up visits
• Miscellaneous clerical duties

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

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

Current PA dental radiology certificate preferred.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM

Work Arrangement

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

Hiring Range

To Be Determined Based On 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

Not Applicable