Dental Assistant - UNL Health Center

Nebraska Medicine; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance

35% discount at Clarkson College

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine seeks a Dental Assistant to provide quality care to patients and assist in the efficient operation of the clinic. This full-time position requires at least a high school diploma and graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant Program or equivalent experience.

Join a team that values collaboration and offers educational support, including tuition assistance and career advancement opportunities. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age required.
• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program or minimum of one year experience.
• Completion of radiography course/credits required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to patients under supervision.
• Promote efficient operation of the clinic.
• Assist practitioners and support staff.

Skills

Effective verbal and written skills

Ability to accomplish multiple tasks

Customer service skills

Education

High school education or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program

Job description

## Dental Assistant - UNL Health CenterApplylocations: Lincoln, NEtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: REQ-37378**Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.****Shift:**First Shift (United States of America)**Shift Details:**Full Time, days**Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?*** **Together. Extraordinary.** Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.* **Leading Health Network** Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.* **Dignity and Respect:** We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.* **Educational Support** Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.**Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!**Provide quality care to patients under supervision, promote efficient operation of the clinic, and provide assistance to practitioners and support staff. **Required Qualifications:** • Minimum of 18 years of age required. • High school education or equivalent required. • Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program or minimum of one year experience chair side and the ability to obtain Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) within 14 months of transfer or hire date required.• Completion of radiography course/credits required. • Effective verbal and written skills required. • Ability to accomplish multiple tasks and prioritize activities required. •Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon completion of unit orientation required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later). **Preferred Qualifications:**• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program preferred. • Experience in dental related office preferred. • Dental assistant certification is preferred. • Prior experience with customer service skills preferred.Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.