Dental Assistant (Dental Care II)
- Employer
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Health & Medical Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Description
University of Colorado | CU AnschutzSchool of Dental MedicineDental Assistant (Dental Care II) Position #00672606 – Requisition #23410* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirusExemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
Qualifications
Minimum RequirementsMust possess current valid CPR and/or BLS certification Must demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of dental materials, their use, maintenance and storage Preferred Qualifications
Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 22, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing
University of Colorado | CU AnschutzSchool of Dental MedicineDental Assistant (Dental Care II) Position #00672606 – Requisition #23410* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirusExemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
- Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.
- Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.
- Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.
- Patient preparation and positioning; clinical area preparation for the treatment of patients; use of sterile techniques and infection control procedures; Performs appropriate aseptic and sterilization techniques.
- Provide demonstration and instruction in the assigned areas of technical dentistry practices when assisting the dental students. Inspects appropriate instruments/tools for good condition/working order. Performs dental intraoral and extraoral radiographs using appropriate technique, x-ray equipment and safety equipment. Develops, mounts and identifies radiographic films. Troubleshoots the scanner to make sure films are being developed with high quality
- Support the educational mission of the SDM, including role modeling and coaching students how to function as a dental assistant in both four-handed chairside activities and in clinical operations support.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Two years of dental assisting experience
- Successful completion of an accredited dental assisting program may substitute for one year of experience. NOTE: If exercising the education substitution, applicants MUST attach a copy of their dental assisting certificate to their application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement.
- Recent (within the last 5 years) experience working in a fast paced dental environment
- Experience with clinical area preparation in a dental clinic and/or office.
- Experience taking x-rays
- Experience performing and developing digital dental radiographs.
- Experience in sterilizing dental tools, instruments and equipment.
- Experience working with students and faculty in a higher education and/or academic medical environment
- Experience working with multiple doctors
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of individuals
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in decision making
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong oral communication skills
- Knowledge of dental terminology and instrumentation
- Knowledge of current dental materials, tools and instruments, and proper use and technique
- Ability to demonstrate a high level, knowledge, and proficiency in all phases of dental assisting
- Familiarity with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
- Determining what instruments will be needed in the clinics. Makes recommendations on instrument/equipment repair or replacement.Judgment is used by studying the patient information to identify what means of dental assistance the resident/faculty member will need when providing the patient treatment. Identifying this level of need serves as guidance for determining what the specialized instruments setups will be.Deciding which type of materials to use for dental procedures. Must stay up to date on any new materials or instruments available and/or new requests or needs of the faculty
- Position may be assigned weekend and/or evening shiftsPosition may be assigned a 4/10 work week schedule
Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 22, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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