Dental Associate, Supplemental

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide chairside support for dentists and hygienists. The role includes following infection control guidelines, exposing radiographs as requested, and handling documentation to ensure smooth patient flow.

Under general direction of the Chief of Dentistry and the Dental Practice Coordinator, you will perform maintenance and administrative duties to promote efficiency and productivity in the Dental Department.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or eligible for certification in Dental Radiology by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Registered Quality Dental Assistant License by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners required.
• Current CPR card is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentist/Hygienist chairside for all procedures and follow infection control guidelines.
• Expose radiographs as requested by the provider and document procedures as required.
• Provide effective chairside assistance, maintenance and administrative duties to promote efficiency and productivity.

Skills

Chairside dental assisting

Infection control

Communication skills

Documentation

Teamwork under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Approved Dental Assistant Program

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Dental Radiology Certification

CPR Certification

Quality Dental Assistant License (MD)

Job description

Job Requirements M-Th 7:30a-4p, F 7a-3:30p as neededAssist Dentist/Hygienist chairside for all procedures, follow infection control guidelines, expose radiographs as requested by provider, documentation as requiredUnder general direction of the Chief of Dentistry and the Dental Practice Coordinator, provides effective chair side assistance, maintenance and administrative duties which help promote efficiency and productivity for the Dentist and Dental Hygienist.Work Experience Must be certified or eligible for certification in Dental Radiology by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners.Must be have a registered Quality Dental Assistant License by the Maryland State Board of Dental ExaminersCurrent CPR card required.Completion of a high school level of course work with attainment of a high school diploma or a State High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) is required. Completion of approved Dental Assistant Program. Associates of Arts Degree is preferred.A minimum of 2 years progressive work experience as a Dental Associate.Preferredactive MD Dental Radiation Tech LicenseKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of basic principles and practices of dental assisting.Effective organizational skills are required for effective clinical operations. Able to perform duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.Ability to read and follow instructions from the Dentist accurately, timely and effectively. Highly effective written and verbal communication skills are required to work with all levels of staff and to provide instruction to patients regarding dental care.Highly effective verbal communication skills including courtesy, resourcefulness and efficiency in answering questions, giving directions, locating staff and explaining hospital/departmental policies and procedures are necessary. Verbal communication skills may include communicating with an interdisciplinary team, patients, and families. Effective writing skills are also required in order to take messages and maintain miscellaneous records, receipts, reports and logs.