Dental Assistant - Job Opening 248426

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Dental Assistant to support patient care and assist dental students in various procedures. The role involves chair-side assistance, equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Applicants should have relevant certifications and experience to provide exceptional service in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED with 1 year of related experience.
• Certified Dental Assistant and/or Associate's degree in a related field.
• Experience in emergency restorative, prosthodontics, and endodontics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of emergency dentistry and other related procedures.
• Operate dental x-ray equipment and maintain dental supplies.
• Follow infection control protocols and ensure patient comfort.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

Infection control

Patient interaction

X-ray operation

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Dental Assistant

Associate's degree in related field

Job description

Dental Assistant - Job Opening 248426

How to Apply:

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/jobs and search Job ID: 248426.

Required Qualifications

High school graduate, GED or equivalent from a recognized state or federal accrediting organization with one year related experience

OR

Certified Dental Assistant and/or Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in an applicable related field of study.

Job Summary

The incumbent of this position performs chair-side assisting in all phases of emergency dentistry, pediatric, orthodontic, prosthodontics, limited endodontic, limited oral surgery and periodontics assisting. Other related work will also be required which includes, but is not limited to, preventive and daily maintenance of dental operatory and equipment, clerical assignments, radiological and receptionist responsibilities. Serves as a liaison for patients, staff, students, residents and faculty within the dental college.

The duties include, but are not limited to:

Chair Side Assistance

Assist dental students, residents and/or faculty in the treatment of patients requiring emergency restorative, prosthodontics, periodontics, endodontics and/or oral surgery.

Participate in 4 handed dentistry. Assist chair side with air, water and instruments. Mixing various materials as required.

Assist in the management of difficult problems such as the apprehensive patient and/or the pre-medicated adult.

Assist in the placement of rubber dam.

Prepare local anesthetic syringe. Dispose of all sharps in designated sharps container after patient dismissed.

Use mouth mirror for indirect vision retraction. Gently extract patient's cheek, adjusting mirror position to avoid pressure on oral structures.

Perform high volume evacuation. Handle carefully not to move during instrument or hand piece use.

Follow all published guidelines regarding personal protective gear and clinical infection control protocol, i.e. Aware of the MSDS sheets, handle and dispose of hazardous materials.

Instruments & Instruction

Operates dental x-ray equipment to include taking routine and specialized radiographs as requested.

Explain purpose of procedure to patient.

Explain and place protective lead apron

Obtains and stores dental and special supplies. Assigned operatories are kept clean and stocked.

Maintains dental equipment in a clean operative condition on a daily basis.

Cleaning, packaging, and maintaining instruments and equipment required including sending to and retrieving from central sterilization as needed for daily production.

Using organizational software and assisting in appointing patients for follow-up care.

Follow the organization's incident reporting protocol.

Ensure ordering and inventory control of supplies, equipment, and dental instruments required for assigned clinics.

Other Duties

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Shift/Salary

Shift: Days/M-F

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Conditions of Employment

All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during the course of their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. “Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success.”

Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.