Dental Assistant I or Dental Assistant II

3 hours ago

Gainesville, United States University of Florida Full time

Dental Assistant I or Dental Assistant IIJob no: 529049 Work type: Staff Full-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Allied Health, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Dentistry, Health Care Administration/Support Department:34010308 - DN-STUDENT CLINICAL TEAMSClassification Title:Dental Assistant I or Dental Assistant IIJob Description: STUDENT SUPPORT: Maintain optimal working order of clinic equipment. Interact effectively with Dental Maintenance to insure clinic is ready for use by student dentists daily. Execute techniques associated with use of dental technologies or devices that incorporates digital or computer-controlled components to carry out dental procedures rather than using mechanical or electrical tools. Manage infection control survey daily to ensure compliance with clinic cleanliness standards and correct deficiencies as they occur (e.g., clean chairs, counters, sinks, etc.). Provide reinforcement for infection control standards through leading by example, giving direction (as needed) to the students for proper adherence to infection control standards, and utilizing the infection control variance forms (as needed) when student dentists requires correction in infection control practices. Lead in the organization of chairside assistance for student dentist utilizing (1st) team pre-doctoral student dentists (when available) and (2nd) Santa Fe College Dental Programs students (when available). Manage laboratory cases for the clinic. Maintain daily attendance records of team students and perform as information resource at the emergency rally point regarding students and assisting students. Lead hands-on volunteer orientation/training (three times per semester for 2 hours a session). Assist preclinical courses directly training students for intra-oral photography, and fourhanded dentistry. Assist with student orientation into the clinical curriculum; assess skills for infection prevention and general clinic safety.PATIENT CARE: Provide clinical general dentistry chairside assisting to student dentists. Maintain optimal clinic infection control standards (Expanded Functions Duties Auxiliary (EFDA) and radiology included). Under a licensed dentist's indirect supervision, place/expose dental radiographs, take/record vital signs, and help guide/teach pre-doctoral dental students as they develop these skills.CLINIC INVENTORY: Manage inventory of clinical supplies for the assigned clinical care group (22-chair clinic). Maintain adequate stock of daily, weekly, and monthly clinic supplies.STUDENT/PATIENT CLINIC SCHEDULING: Assist treatment coordinators and team leaders with morning huddles. Assist teams with managing the daily clinic schedule to help ensure every clinic chair is filled with patients throughout the clinic session, providing patients with timely and appropriate care, and the students with clinical experiences.STERILIZATION: Provide support to Central Sterilization when needed.GENERAL: Proctor clinical examinations (mock board examinations) two times per year. Participate in quality assurance process of UFCD. Perform rotating reception and mail duties. Perform chart locker audits and other related duties. Actively participate in, and provide feedback during, staff meetings.Perform other duties (as assigned).Expected Salary:Dental Assistant I: $16.00-$17.00 per hourDental Assistant II: $17.00 - $18.00 per hourSign on bonus availableBenefits: The University of Florida offers low cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family's needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life's challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24 month period.UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various business and retailersExplore UF's plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits Minimum Requirements:Dental Assistant I:High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.Dental Assistant II:High school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification demonstrating the successful completion of training as specified in Chapter 64B5-16, Florida Administrative Code.Preferred Qualifications:TRAINING:•Dental radiology certificate/permit•Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) [Dental Assisting National Board CDA]•Completion of formal training with a dental assisting program through a community college or vocational technology centerEXPERIENCE:•Handling general office equipment to include, facsimile machine, computer, copier, calculator•Microsoft Windows•Microsoft Office (Word, Access, and Excel)•Two years of multi-practitioner dental practice experienceSKILLS:•General dentistry chairside assisting skills•Information technology skills operating a computer•Excellent customer service skillsSpecial Instructions to Applicants:This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD-214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.CPR certification required upon hireHealth Assessment Required:YesAdvertised: 05 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 19 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time

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