Dental Assistant Specialist (Located in Lincoln, NE)

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Dental Assistant Specialist in Lincoln, NE, where you will play a vital role in providing exceptional dental care. This position offers an excellent opportunity to utilize your dental assisting skills in a supportive environment. You will be responsible for specialized administrative tasks and assisting in clinical procedures, ensuring high standards of patient care. If you have a passion for dentistry and a commitment to excellent service, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow in your career while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 3 years of dental assisting experience required.
• DANB Certified Dental Assistant or ability to become certified within one year.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized administrative and dental assisting duties.
• Work independently without direct supervision.

Skills

Dental assisting

Customer service

Four-handed dental assisting skills

Decision-making

Education

High School education or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Dental Assistant Specialist (Located in Lincoln, NE)

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Lincoln, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: Staff_13886

Department

Department COD-Lincoln Clinic Administration 50000737

Business Unit

Business Unit College of Dentistry

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday; hours TBD

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

LOCATED IN LINCOLN , NE

To perform specialized administrative and dental assisting duties for a designated clinical department.

Working Title Dental Assistant Specialist (Located in Lincoln, NE)

Job Title

Job Title Health Care Associate (Para)

Salary Grade

Salary Grade HC14H

Appointment Type

Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY

Salary Range

Salary Range $20.865 - $31.298/hourly

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 05/01/2025

Application Review Date

Application Review Date 05/09/2025

Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:

Required Education: High School education or equivalent

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

(Will consider three years post high school education related to Dentistry and/or related experience combined)

Required Experience

Required Experience 3 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Dental assisting experience.

(Will consider three years post high school education related to Dentistry and/or related experience combined)

Required License

Required License Yes

If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?

DANB Certified Dental Assistant or ability to become certified within one year of hire date.

Required Computer Applications:

Required Computer Applications: SAP, Microsoft Outlook

Required Other Computer Applications:

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of General Dentistry.
Ability to make decisions and work independently without direct supervision.
Four-handed dental assisting skills.
Good customer service skills.

Preferred Education:

Preferred Education: Relevant coursework/specialized training

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program.

Preferred Experience:

Dental assistant experience in Adult Restorative Dentistry..

Preferred License:

Preferred License: No

If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:

Preferred Computer Applications:

Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word

Preferred Other Computer Applications:

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work well with others
Supervisory experience

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This position is located in Lincoln, NE - Will you accept employment in Lincoln?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a high school education or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have dental assisting experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have dental assisting experience, please elaborate (If No, please indicate NA).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you DANB Certified Dental Assistant or able to become certified within one year of hire date?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you proficient in SAP and Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No
Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

For questions regarding application, please contact UNMC Staffing at [e-mail]