Dental Assistant - Pediatric Care & 4-Hand Support

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental procedures, maintain sterile environments, and prepare treatment rooms. The role involves managing daily schedules, optimizing patient flow, and assisting the dentist with 4-handed techniques while ensuring PHI compliance and high patient service levels.

Requirements include High School diploma or GED, completion of an accredited dental assisting program, BLS, and Ohio Radiographer’s License.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of accredited dental assisting program preferred.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Ohio Radiographer’s License required.
• 1+ year clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and manage the daily clinical schedule to ensure on-time appointments and production goals.
• Manage clinical patient flow for efficient care.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups.
• Assist dentist using 4-handed techniques during exams and treatments.
• Capture intra- and extra-oral radiographs and photos.
• Record medical/dental histories and treatment information in EMR.

Skills

Good communication

Schedule management

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Patient relationship

Microsoft Office

CDT codes knowledge

Sterilization protocols

Dental equipment knowledge

Ambidextrous coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Dental Assisting Program

Tools

Dental practice management software

Job description

University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental procedures, maintain sterile environments, and prepare treatment rooms. The role involves managing daily schedules, optimizing patient flow, and assisting the dentist with 4-handed techniques while ensuring PHI compliance and high patient service levels.

Requirements include High School diploma or GED, completion of an accredited dental assisting program, BLS, and Ohio Radiographer’s License.