Dental Assistant for Oral

3 weeks ago

Iowa City, Iowa, United States University of Iowa Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Intra-Oral/Cranio Surgery Technician to join our team at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. This part-time position will involve assisting chairside, developing radiographs, and interacting with patients in a highly collaborative collegiate care setting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provides chairside assistance to patients cared for by faculty, residents, and dental students.
  • Assists in preparation of operatories, surgical trays, equipment, patient records, and supplies as needed in patient care.
  • Seats patients upon arrival and prepares them for screenings, post-ops, and surgical procedures.
  • Assists with IV sedation, surgical procedures, and patient recovery.
  • Monitors patient vital signs under Dr. and R.N. supervision.
  • Plays a key role in supporting the patient airway during surgical procedures while multitasking with their dental assistant duties.
  • Applies knowledge related to emergency situations and surgical procedures in the surgical setting.
  • Anticipates the needs of the patient and the surgeon.
  • Prepares surgical area for patient care and anticipates the needs of the surgical team.
  • Sanitizes (clean and disinfect) operatory and equipment after each patient visit.
  • Coordinates proper instrument tray setups and equipment necessary for planned procedures.
  • Provides for proper care, handling, and maintenance of equipment, instruments, supplies, and implants.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation.
  • Obtains past medical history and other pertinent medical information from the patient and/or legal guardian.
  • Assists medical alert team.
  • Assists in providing orientation/guidance to new staff and rotating dental students.
Requirements
  • Successful completion of a CODA accredited dental assistance program or one year of full-time equivalent chairside assistant experience assisting in four-handed method of dentistry.
  • Must have a current certificate of registration to practice as a dental assistant issued by the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners (QDA).
  • Must possess current Iowa certificate of proficiency in dental radiography (QDA).
  • Must possess current certification in ACLS or PALS or DAANCE.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Knowledge of dental assisting skills required for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
  • Experience assisting sedated patients.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Experience assisting dental implant procedures.
Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Intra-Oral/Cranio Surgery Tech
  • Appointment Type: Merit
  • Schedule: Part-time
  • Work Modality Options: On Campus

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

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