Dental Assistant

United States·Slu Saint Louismid

Dental AssistantHealthcare Clinical

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Requirements Summary

00 am to 5:00 pm. Starting at $18.00 per hour, with pay based on experience. Function Dental Staff Scheduled Weekly Hours:40 Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Dental AssistantHealthcare Clinical

JOB SUMMARY

The Dental Assistant provides exemplary patient care and assists dentists during examination and treatment of patients. This position also prepares clinical areas, instruments, and materials, provides imaging services, and utilizes four-handed dentistry. This position involves periodontal charting and instructs patients in oral hygiene and have a firm grasp of dental procedures. The Dental Assistant will professionally communicate with the Dental Assistant team, faculty, and residents, while providing exemplary patient care.

Utilizes special solutions and sterilization bags; disposes of biohazard accordingly and maintains infection control
Prepares operatories and instrument trays for procedures for multiple disciplines
Reviews schedule for each discipline to properly prepare for the day; minimal periodontal charting
Cleans, oils, and sterilizes equipment
Performs other duties as assigned

Excellent communications skills
Team player and ability to multi-task
Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Ability to operate dental equipment
Ability to provide imaging services
Ability to maintain infection control and sterilization of dental equipment
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA policy

Requirements

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High School Diploma or the equivalent
Six months of experience or training as a dental assistant

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

Hours for this position are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Starting at $18.00 per hour, with pay based on experience.

Function

Dental Staff

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.

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Where is the job

Slu Saint Louis, United States

On-site at the office

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About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $37,440 a year; 23% below the $48,880 median for Dental Assistant jobs on Jobera (219 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
Posted: Today
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