Dental Assistant - w/x-ray endorsement PT

The University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a Dental Assistant for UVMMC to assist the dentist in clinical settings. You will sterilize and prepare instruments, maintain supplies, and manage inventory to support dental procedures in the clinic.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited dental assisting and radiology course, CPR certification, and state licensure as a Traditional Dental Assistant.

Qualifications

• High School or GED graduate.
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting and dental radiology course.
• CPR certification.
• "Traditional Dental Assistant" state licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental assistance to residents and staff dentist in the clinical setting.
• Sterilize, prepare and maintain dental instruments.
• Conduct inventory control and manage supplies to support dental procedures.

Education

High School or GED

Accredited dental assisting course

Dental radiology course

CPR certification

Traditional Dental Assistant licensure

Job description

We are the heart and science of medicine. We are UVM Medical Center.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Dental Assistant will provide dental assistance to the residents and staff dentist in the clinical setting. Responsible for sterilization, preparation and maintenance of the dental instruments as well as inventory control and supplies to perform dental procedures in the clinic.

EDUCATION:

High School or GED graduate, and completion of an accredited dental assisting and dental radiology course. CPR certification. "Traditional Dental Assistant" State Licensure Required.

WHY UVM MEDICAL CENTER (UVMMC)?

UVMMC is dedicated to our patients, providing the highest quality care for patients and their families. It is a mission that defines our culture, one of teamwork and collaboration. Every employee, whether they work directly in patient care or in a supporting role, has a hand in contributing to the wellness of the patient and the community.

BENEFITS:

At UVMMC, we support our employees as passionately as we care for our patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more.

LEARN MORE:

• What is it like working here?
• https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/health-careers/culture-and-work-environment
• Why Burlington, VT?
• https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/for-employees/health-careers/life-in-vermont/about-burlington