Dental Assistant

Overview

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant for its Endodontic Division to join the patient care team. Endodontic Division faculty, dental students and staff are specially trained in the use of advanced technologies, such as digital imaging, operating microscopes and ultrasonic for diagnosing and treating oral and facial pain, and problems associated with the inside of the tooth.

The college's Dental Assistant for Endodontics is an important function in the health care delivery system in the College.

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the United States and it is the only public dental school in Ohio. The college is divided into ten divisions with all major ADA-recognized dental specialties represented. The College has approximately 600 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs.

• Provide support of patient treatment and dental student education in the Endodontic Division, Pre-Doctoral Clinic and Dental Emergency Clinic within the College of Dentistry; prepare and maintain instruments and clinical activities; serve as chair-side dental assistant performing four-hand chair-side dental assisting and radiography; serve as back-up surgical assistant in Graduate Endodontics Clinic; maintain and troubleshoot dental equipment; may order general supplies for clinic.

Job Title:

Dental Assistant 2

Department:
Dentistry | Endodontics

Location:

Postle Hall (0024)

• Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.
  
  - 4:30 p.m.

• Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.
• Ability to use both hands with dexterity to manipulate instruments and operate dental equipment; ability to sit/stand for duration of time; color spectrum differentiation; manual dexterity/motor coordination; hand-eye coordination; visual acuity; strong communication skills.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens; chemical hazards; vibrating equipment; use of sharp instruments; latex; and other typical clinical hazards.
• Required:
  
  High school diploma/GED, 1 year of relevant experience.
• MUST PASS HEALTH STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS PRESCRIBED BY LAW PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT (e.g., hepatitis, vaccination series, and TB test). Must be registered with the Ohio Dental Board as a Dental Assistant Radiographer.
• Desired: 2-4 years of relevant experience and knowledge of a wide variety of dental instruments; endodontic instruments and processes; experience in an educational setting; computer literacy including Microsoft Office and internet/email.

Additional Information

• Function:
  Allied Health
• Subfunction:
  Dental Assistant
• Career Band:
  Individual Contributor - Technical
• Career Level:
  
  T2
• Salary Range: $20.24 - $26.44
• Location:
  
  Postle Hall (0024)
• Position Type:
  Regular
• Scheduled
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Shift: First Shift

Final notes
:
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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