Dental Assistant: Teaching Clinic & Radiography

University of Pennsylvania; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits for employees and/or家

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania's Penn Dental Medicine seeks a Dental Assistant to support fourth-year dental students and multiple stakeholders in a teaching clinic. The role emphasizes chairside assistance, radiography, and patient support within a comprehensive educational environment.

Applicants should have 3+ years in dental care, a technical school certification, and CPR/BLS credentials. The position requires strong teamwork, precise documentation, and adherence to infection-control protocols

Qualifications

• Technical school certification or higher required with at least 3 years of practical dental care experience.
• Must have passed the DANB Radiation Health and Safety exam.
• Current CPR and BLS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance and supervise dental students during procedures.
• Teach and support students in patient preparation, radiographs, and documentation.
• Maintain infection-control practices and ensure patient safety and comfort.

Education

Technical School Certification

DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification

CPR and BLS certification

Job description

University of Pennsylvania's Penn Dental Medicine seeks a Dental Assistant to support fourth-year dental students and multiple stakeholders in a teaching clinic. The role emphasizes chairside assistance, radiography, and patient support within a comprehensive educational environment.

Applicants should have 3+ years in dental care, a technical school certification, and CPR/BLS credentials. The position requires strong teamwork, precise documentation, and adherence to infection-control protocols