Dental Assistant, Clinics

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support teaching and patient care in a dynamic academic environment. The role involves chair-side assistance to licensed dentists and dental students across various stages of treatment, along with managing supplies and operatories to ensure efficient workflow.

The position emphasizes compliance with infection control protocols and ongoing professional development to apply evolving techniques and materials

Qualifications

• Assist licensed dental practitioners and students in examination and treatment settings.
• Obtain and replenish supplies; prepare operatories for procedures.
• Maintain infection control protocols and stay updated on new techniques and materials.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chair-side assistant to licensed practitioners and dental students in all phases of dentistry.
• Obtain and replenish supplies, filing and setting up operatories for procedures.
• Assist in regulatory compliance and uphold infection control standards.

Job description

School of Dental Medicine is seeking a full time Dental Assistant. UB Dental is a vital part of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. As a teaching facility, we offer our dental students the opportunity to work closely with patients of all ages. In addition, we are a safety net for the Buffalo-Niagara region, providing dental care for thousands of people each year throughout the community.

In This Position, You Will

• Serve as chair-side assistant to licensed dental practitioners, and dental students (pre-doctoral, post graduate and residents) in examination and treatment of patients in all phases of dentistry.
• Obtain and replenish supplies, filing and setting up operatories for all necessary procedures.
• Assist in regulatory compliance and keep abreast of new developments, techniques and materials as they come about, and insure adherence to proper infection control protocol.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.

About The University At Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.