Dental Assistant 2

Dental Assistant 2

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.

The Dental Assistant will 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; will 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 troubleshoots dental equipment; may order general supplies for clinic.

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

Position Requirements : This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.

A dental assistant needs to be able to : use of both hands, dexterity in the fingers and the ability to manipulate instruments, materials, dental hand pieces, and operate dental equipment. The use of feet is necessary to manipulate the rheostat for hand pieces or other dental equipment. The body must be able to work from a dental stool in order to perform most dental procedures. The ability to sit and stand for duration of time is also necessary. Other specific requirements include color spectrum differentiation; manual dexterity / motor coordination, hand-eye coordination, physical communications; visual acuity and communication / language development. Individuals in this position may be exposed to the following : bloodborne pathogens; chemical hazards (skin irritants); vibrating equipment; use of sharp instruments; and latex.

Required : High school diploma / GED, 1 years 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; and more specifically endodontic instruments and processes, experience in an educational setting, computer literacy including Microsoft Office and internet / email desired.

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