Dental Assistant

4 weeks ago

Miami, Florida, United States UOMUOMUS Full time
Current Employees:

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The department of Surgery has an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant position. The incumbent assists with oral surgery and other procedures, under the direct supervision of a dentist. This employee prepares and arranges needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures, and hands necessary tools and equipment to the dentist and provides assistance during treatment. Furthermore, the Dental Assistant records findings, changes barriers, and sterilizes equipment.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist dentists in the examination and treatment of patients. Screens patients for dental ailments. Assists in the dental treatment of patients, including seating patients, mixing filling and impression materials, and examining charts and treatment results on patients' dental records. Explains procedures and subsequent treatments needed to patients. Assists patients with questions, concerns, and medical history. Sets up for dental procedures according to each patient's treatment. Records treatment results on patient's dental record, instructs patients in the care of teeth and appliances, and provides instructional materials. Cleans, sterilizes, and assembles instruments, supplies, and equipment. Schedules and confirms appointments and requisitions supplies and equipment. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree in relevant field
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certification may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H5

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