Dental Assistant 1

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary for this position at the time of its posting. The starting wage rate is $18.44 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working under general supervision, the Dental Assistant 1 will support the residents and faculty in the Periodontal Department in the School of Dental Medicine. Primary duties will include surgical assistance and management of supplies and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide properly sterilized instruments and equipment for residents. (25%)
• Provide chair-side assistance for the faculty, residents and hygienist (only when residents are in class). (15%)
• Dispense supplies, instruments and equipment to residents for efficient and timely patient treatment. (15%)
• Monitor usage of dental and office supplies. Prepare pre-requisitions to reorder materials and supplies. Obtain proper authorization. (6%)
• Prepare the clinic for the day¿s schedule. Assist with cleaning cubicles. Stock supplies in clinic / cubicles. Refresh sterile water daily to each cubicle unit. (10%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCITONS

CONTACTS

Department : Continuous contact with cashiers, dispensary staff, receptionists, insurance personnel, all graduate department specialty clinics and clinical instructors on a daily basis to obtain and provide information and resolve problems. Contact with the department chair and clinic director on a daily basis to obtain and provide information and resolve problems.

University : Infrequent to no contacts.

External : Continuous contact with patients to assist and advise.

Students : Continuous contact with graduate and post graduate residents to assist and advise.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No staff supervisory responsibility.

QUALIFICAITONS

Experience : 3 or more months of dental assisting experience is required.

Education / Licensing : High school education required. Certified Dental Assistant. Current State of Ohio radiology certification. Annual CPR certification.

REQUIRED SKILLS

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a clinical setting and requires general knowledge of chemicals, blood borne pathogens and lab safety. Daily exposure to biohazards and sharps is expected. May be required to use personal protective equipment, including standard lab coat, gloves and safety glasses when appropriate. Safety hazards potentially exist if explosive agents are used or where oxygen is used under unsafe conditions. Although modern equipment, physical construction design and full compliance with all safety requirements will exist, explosion is always a remote potential where oxygen and explosive anesthetics are used. Unusual stress may exist when sedation is administered or when emergency situations arise with patients.

EEO Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodations

Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.