Dental Assistant – Teaching Clinic & Community Care

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

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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

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