Orthodontic Dental Assistant – Join a Top Academic Clinic

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

HSA contributions

Tuition subsidy for IU courses

Paid holidays

EAP

Job summary

Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis is seeking a Dental Assistant at the intermediate foundational level to support the dentist during procedures and patient care. The role involves sterilization, radiography duties, patient preparation, and collaboration with students and clinical teams.

Foundational or intermediate level requirements include a dental assisting background, Indiana X-Ray license, and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of dental assisting training program or 6 months of experience in dental assisting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair side assistance to dentist by passing instruments and maintaining a sterile field.
• Assist with local anesthetic administration.
• Take and monitor patients' vital signs including blood pressure.
• Prepare and position patients pre- and post-operatively; provide post-operative care instructions.
• Instruct students on taking digital radiographs and cone beam scans.
• Ensure sterilization of instruments and readiness of procedure areas.
• Assist front office with scheduling follow-ups.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Customer service

Independent worker

Technical aptitude

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Quality focus

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma / equivalent

Dental assisting training program

Job description

Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis is seeking a Dental Assistant at the intermediate foundational level to support the dentist during procedures and patient care. The role involves sterilization, radiography duties, patient preparation, and collaboration with students and clinical teams.

Foundational or intermediate level requirements include a dental assisting background, Indiana X-Ray license, and strong customer service skills.