Dental Assistant

Ohio State University; United States; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 37 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

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 oral surgery procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing equipment, maintaining dental records, monitoring radiographic safety, ordering supplies, and ensuring CPR readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• X-ray permit from Ohio State Board is required.
• 1 year of relevant experience required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide chair-side assistance to dentists and dental hygienists.
• Prepare, sterilize, and set up dental equipment per safety guidelines.
• Take diagnostic radiographic images and ensure radiation safety.
• Order and maintain inventories of clinic supplies and instruments.

Connaissances

CPR

Basic computer skills

Emergency response

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Dental X-Ray Machine Operator permit

Outils

Dental X-Ray Machine

Description du poste

Job Title

Dental Assistant

Department

Nursing | College Administration

Job Responsibilities

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.

Additional Information: 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.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you - and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Company Culture

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you'll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you're part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America's leading academic health centers. We're a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.