Dental Assistant – Texas A & M College of Dentistry – Dallas, TX

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What we believe

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability. Diverse perspectives, talents and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values.”

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education.

What we want

The Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for a Dental Assistant III to serve as a member of the Comprehensive Dentistry team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

Job Summary: Provide direct chairside assistance; perform indirect patient care procedures; utilize dental materials and instruments and maintain materials inventory levels; perform disinfection/sterilization of operatory, instruments and equipment; insure equipment and facility security, maintenance and cleanliness; maintain current CPR certification and emergency preparedness.

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of dental terminology and dental procedures.
Knowledge of instruments, materials, and standardized dental procedures used in dental care.
Knowledge of infectious control policies, aseptic techniques, supplies, and equipment.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate dental radiographic equipment.
Ability to tolerate long periods of bending, standing, and walking.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Experience working with diverse individuals and communities

Required Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

Registered Dental Assistant in Texas. CPR certified.

Responsibilities:

Performs indirect patient care procedures to include preparing the patient and treatment room for the specific type of appointment.
Responds to student and patient inquiries regarding clinical policies and dental procedures not requiring the advice of a dentist.
Provides radiographic services and assist with oral photography.
Operate dental radiographs equipment to take intra oral radiographs and develop and finish film.
Assist in obtaining pre-treatment and post insertion photographic records to include retraction and mirror positioning.
Provides direct chairside assistance to graduate students during the examination and treatment of patients.
Four handed dentistry procedures are utilized and suction and retraction needs are anticipated and performed without interfering with the vision or access of the student.
Performs disinfection/sterilization of the operatory, instruments and equipment according to OSHA and local policy and procedure.
Utilizes recommended infection control procedures at all times.
Utilizes dental materials and instruments for procedures and insure the setups are appropriate for the dental procedure performed.
Prepare, mix and assist in the use of the various materials, following manufacturer guidelines or the instructions of the dentist.
Performs other duties as assigned

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate, specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

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