Pediatric Dental Assistant III

TAMU Press; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Education support

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Dallas, seeks a Pediatric Dental Assistant III to support pediatric patients, provide chairside assistance, radiography and sterilization in a busy clinic.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 4 years as a registered dental assistant, CPR certification and RDA license. Preference for graduation from a dental assisting program and pediatric experience. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm with a competitive hourly rate of $21.51.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of experience as a registered dental assistant in a private practice, clinic, or dental training program.
• CPR certified and Registered Dental Assistant.
• Preferred: graduation from a dental assisting program/certificate; pediatric dental experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and chairside assistance.
• Perform sterilization and infection control per OSHA.
• Take radiographs and assist with imaging records.
• Assist in pediatric dental procedures and patient education.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Child-friendly

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Registered Dental Assistant certification

Dental assisting certificate (preferred)

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

## Pediatric Dental Assistant IIIApply: Dallas, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-097626**Job Title**Pediatric Dental Assistant III**Agency**Texas A&M University Health Science Center**Department**Pediatric Dentistry**Proposed Minimum Salary**$21.51 hourly**Job Location**Dallas, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description****Our Commitment**Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents and lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.**Who we are**A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.**What we want**The College of Dentistry is looking for a **Dental Assistant III** to serve in the department of **Pediatric Dentistry**. Our ideal candidate is a positive, reliable and detail-oriented individual who cares deeply for children’s oral health care. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.**What you need to know****Proposed Minimum Salary:**$21.51 hourly, based on selected candidate’s qualifications.**Work Schedule/Location:**Located in Dallas, TX, this an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm.***Apply!**Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.* **Qualifications****Required Education and Experience*** High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Four years of experience as a registered dental assistant in a private practice, clinic, or dental training program.**Required Licenses and Certifications:*** CPR certified.* Registered Dental Assistant.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Graduation from a dental assisting program or dental assisting certificate* Relevant experience in a dental clinic, especially pediatric dental experience.* Comfortable working with children of all ages.* Excellent communication skills with both children and parents* Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills* Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Knowledge of the instruments, materials, and standardized dental procedures used in dental care.* Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.* Knowledge of infectious control policies, aseptic techniques, supplies, and equipment.* Ability to operate dental radiographic equipment operation.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.* Strong verbal and written communication skills.* Effective listening and organizational skills.* Ability to explain complex dental procedures and policies and follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines, and objectives.* Advanced knowledge of dental terminology.**Responsibilities** * **Direct Patient Care:** Performs indirect patient care procedures to include preparing the patient and treatment room for the specific type of appointment. Responds to student and patient inquiries regarding clinical policies and dental procedures not requiring the advice of a dentist. Provides direct chairside assistance to graduate students during the examination and treatment of patients. Utilizes four handed dentistry procedures and anticipates and performs suction and retraction needs without interfering with the vision or access of the student. Monitors of sedated patients.* **Environmental Health Standards:** Performs disinfection/sterilization of the operatory, instruments, and equipment, according to OSHA and local policy and procedure. Utilizes recommended infection control procedures at all times. Utilizes dental materials and instruments for procedures and ensure the setups are appropriate for the dental procedure performed.* **Medical Imaging:** Provides radiographic services and assist with oral photography. Operate dental radiographs equipment to take intra oral radiographs. Assist in obtaining pre-treatment and post insertion photographic records to include retraction and mirror positioning. Prepare, mix, and assist in the use of the various materials, following manufacturer guidelines or the instructions of the dentist. Performs other duties as assigned. **Why Texas A&M University?**We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. * Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month* Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas* Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time* Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee* Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees **Instructions to Applicants:** Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.