Dental Assistant 1

1 week ago


Seattle, WA, United States University of Washington Full time
Dental Assistant 1 (DA1)

The University of Washington School of Dentistry (UWSOD) invites applications for a Dental Assistant 1 (DA1) located at the main campus in the D2 and D3 student teaching clinics. The Office of Clinical Services supports operations for 13 dental clinics and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Seat patients, adjust chair, develop and mount x?ray films.
  • Operate water, air, and evacuating equipment.
  • Assist faculty and dental students in fundamental four?handed techniques (e.g., chair positioning, rubber dam placement).
  • Sterilize instruments, fill, drain, and clean the sterilizer; prepare supplies.
  • Prepare and mix amalgam, composite, cement, and medicaments; mix pumice for prophylaxis; prepare and mix impression materials.
  • Prepare anesthetic syringes.
  • Clean and prepare treatment areas using standardized infection control protocols.
  • Maintain dental chair and equipment; monitor instrument breakage and wear.
  • Perform chair?side four?handed dentistry with students in the student teaching clinics.
  • Change nitrous oxide and oxygen tanks weighing approx. 2025 lbs.
  • Instruct patients in home care.
  • Keep all areas stocked, clean, orderly, and neat.
  • Provide excellent customer service to faculty, staff, and students.
  • May perform other duties of a DA1 as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
  • Completion of a dental assistant training program; current certification as a dental assistant (CDA) or ability to obtain same within six months; or six months of dental assistant experience.
Legal Requirements
  • Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $43,260.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $49,728.00 annual

Benefits information: Visit UW Benefits

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)
Permanent Position: Regular (Full?Time Equivalent 100.00%)
Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem?solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206?543?6450 or dso@. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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