Dental Assistant II: Radiographs, Sterilization & Admin Support

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a DENTAL ASSISTANT II to support in various dental procedures, maintain surgery rooms and radiography, and handle clerical duties. The position is onsite in the Dental Faculty Practice, with regular day shifts and a focus on patient care for all ages.

The candidate should have graduated from an accredited Dental Assistant Program, be a team player, and be able to work well with doctors, staff, and patients; the role offers an hourly rate of $16.00–$26.00.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Dental Assistant Program required.
• Ideal candidate will be team oriented and able to work well with all doctors, staff, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in various dental procedures and maintain surgery rooms and equipment.
• Take and process radiographs of patients and dispense supplies.
• Sterilize and clean all instruments, supplies and dental units; dispose of infectious waste as required.
• Take radiographs as requested by the doctor and mount film with quality results.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties including answering phones, scheduling, and patient payments.

Skills

Team oriented

Self-motivated

Willingness to learn

Education

Dental Assistant Program

Job description

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a DENTAL ASSISTANT II to support in various dental procedures, maintain surgery rooms and radiography, and handle clerical duties. The position is onsite in the Dental Faculty Practice, with regular day shifts and a focus on patient care for all ages.

The candidate should have graduated from an accredited Dental Assistant Program, be a team player, and be able to work well with doctors, staff, and patients; the role offers an hourly rate of $16.00–$26.00.