Dental Surgical Assistant

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry seeks a temporary Dental Surgical Assistant for the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) to support a wide range of surgical procedures and first-hand patient care. You will work with faculty and residents, assist students, and handle x-ray functions, infection control, and instrument prep.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm with potential overtime as patient care needs dictate; prior dental office experience and

Qualifications

• 4 years’ experience in dental office practices and procedures.
• BLS/CPR certification required at all times throughout employment.
• Current radiographer license required at all times throughout employment.
• Knowledge with multiple implant systems and dental instruments in a surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, hands-on assistance during a wide range of OMFS procedures.
• Work with faculty surgeons and residents and assist dental students.
• Perform x-ray functions and ensure infection control.
• Stock supplies and prepare and sterilize instruments.

Skills

Four years dental experience

BLS/CPR certification

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Dental Surgical Assistant

Department

Dentistry | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Anesthesiology

Position Overview

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is seeking a temporary Dental Surgical Assistant for its Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS). OMFS offers a full scope of surgical techniques for a variety of problems of the face and mouth. Many of our faculty surgeons have particular expertise in select sub-specialties, including temporomandibular disorder, nerve repair, orthognathic surgery, and cleft lip and palate repair. The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the United States and it is the only public dental school in Ohio. The college is divided into ten divisions with all major ADA-recognized dental specialties represented. The College has approximately 600 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs. This position serves as temporary dental surgical assistant in the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) within the College of Dentistry; provides direct, hands‑on assistance throughout a wide range of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures working for a variety of faculty and resident surgeons; works with dental students; performs x‑ray functions; responsible for infection control; prepares and distributes instruments; supports community outreach efforts; stocks supplies; works off‑site as scheduled; participates in the establishment and maintenance of a positive, professional, and patient‑centered workplace; committed to completion of patient care regardless of pre‑assigned work hours; may work occasional scheduled or unscheduled overtime as necessitated by patient care needs.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday and may vary from as early as 7:00 am to as late as 5:00 pm

Physical Requirements

A dental assistant needs to be able to: use of both hands, dexterity in the fingers and the ability to manipulate instruments, materials, dental hand pieces, and operate dental equipment. The use of feet is necessary to manipulate the rheostat for hand pieces or other dental equipment. The body must be able to work from a dental stool in order to perform most dental procedures. The ability to sit and stand for a duration of time is also necessary. Other specific requirements include color spectrum differentiation; manual dexterity/motor coordination, hand‑eye coordination, physical communications; visual acuity and communication/language development.

Experience and Education

Required: 4 years’ experience in dental office practices and procedures, dental operatory practices and procedures, four‑handed assisting techniques, inventory record‑keeping, care of dental equipment, dental clinic procedures, expanded dental duty procedures; BLS/CPR certification required at all times throughout employment; current radiographer license required at all times throughout employment; knowledge with multiple implant systems and a wide variety of dental and dental surgical instruments in a surgical environment require Desired: 6 years’ previous experience in an oral & maxillofacial surgery office and experience with medical or surgical assisting highly desired; computer literacy including Microsoft Office and internet/e‑mail.

Pay Range

$22.93 - $29.95 (based on experience and education)

Location

Postle Hall (0024)

Position Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Background Check

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

EEO Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Company Culture

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