PS Dental Assistant- Rose Park Clinic

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare institution as a Dental Assistant at the Rose Park Clinic. This full-time position offers a supportive environment focused on patient care and professional development. Responsibilities include assisting with dental procedures and maintaining clinic standards. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reduction

Free Public Transportation

Qualifications

• Completion of Dental Assistant Course and one year chair-side experience.
• Successful completion of Radiology Safety and Health exam within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning, stocking, and equipment maintenance.
• Assist students/dentists with procedure preparation and chairside assisting.
• Ensure proper infection control and clinic policies are followed.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Detail-oriented

Organizational Skills

Active Listening

Education

Dental Assistant Course

Job description

Join to apply for the PS Dental Assistant- Rose Park Clinic role at University of Utah

Job Summary

This is a benefits-eligible position including: retirement, medical, dental, vision and life insurance options, retirement, generous paid time off accruals, tuition reduction and free public transportation. We recognize the value our team members bring to our organization; our culture is one of continuing education and constant growth with potential opportunities for advancement.

This position will be located at the Rose Park Dental Clinic. The incumbent maintains and operates equipment and instruments under the direction of the department and provides initial orientation for dental students. Care is appropriate to the population served.

As a member of the School of Dentistry team, you are expected to form positive and productive relationships with peers, students, and leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and PROMISE standards of the organization. You are expected to encourage and foster a supportive and compassionate environment for all patients, students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

1. Perform routine cleaning, stocking, and equipment maintenance including changing traps, maintaining water unit levels, cleaning chair bases, stocking supplies, and printing and stocking clinic forms.
2. Assist students/dentists with procedure preparation, chairside assisting, and radiology positioning and technique.
3. Disinfect, lubricate, wash, wrap, and sterilize instruments, cassettes, and equipment for clinic use.
4. Follow manufacturer and CDC guidelines for reprocessing instruments and equipment.
5. Provide technical support to students and faculty.
6. Ensure proper infection control, clinic policies, and processes are followed.
7. Assist in tracking clinic procedures by maintaining and/or entering data.
8. Adhere to standards set by OSHA, HIPAA, FERPA, CODA, and other relevant standards.
9. Participate and contribute in committees and discussions regarding clinic operations, materials, protocols, and quality assurance.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Potential to perform essential functions as outlined.
• Maintain professionalism in stressful situations.
• Provide appropriate care for the patient demographic.
• Active listening and empathetic communication skills.
• Follow department policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently and independently.
• Computer literacy and willingness to learn new software and procedures.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to navigate the facility with multiple providers and services.
• Strong problem-solving skills and multi-tasking capability.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of Dental Assistant Course and one year chair-side experience or equivalent. Successful completion of Radiology Safety and Health exam or within six months of hire. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider card or within one month of hire. Effective communication and human relations skills. Additional license requirements as determined by the department.

This position is patient-sensitive; all employees must be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy, with limited exemptions for medical or religious reasons.

Preferences

• Dental assistance experience preferred.
• Epic experience preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN41345B

Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, hours vary based on clinic needs.

Department: 01478 - SOD - EDUCATION

Location: Other

Pay Range: $18.59 - 24.20

Close Date: 6/4/2025

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/179477