Dental Assistant, Clinics

Dental Assistant, Clinics University at Buffalo - 4.2 Buffalo, NY Job Details Full-time $40,391 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Chairside assisting Direct patient care CPR Certification BLS Certification Regulatory compliance Filing CPR Mid-level Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise High school diploma or GED Dental Assisting 1 year Certified Dental Assistant Full Job Description The School of Dental Medicine is seeking a full time Dental Assistant . UB Dental is a vital part of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. As a teaching facility, we offer our dental students the opportunity to work closely with patients of all ages. In addition, we are a safety net for the Buffalo-Niagara region, providing dental care for thousands of people each year throughout the community. In this position, you will: Serve as chair-side assistant to licensed dental practitioners, and dental students (pre-doctoral, post graduate and residents) in examination and treatment of patients in all phases of dentistry. Obtain and replenish supplies, filing and setting up operatories for all necessary procedures. Assist in regulatory compliance and keep abreast of new developments, techniques and materials as they come about, and insure adherence to proper infection control protocol. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages. About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo . University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Departmental Operating Needs Minimum Qualifications Candidate must have high school diploma and either 1 year of experience in Dental Assisting or have graduated from an accredited program in dental assisting. Preferred Qualifications CPR Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers. DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). 3 years of Dental Assistant experience. Physical Demands Driving Requirements This position does not drive a university owned vehicle Salary Range $40,391 plus $4,000 GPD Additional Salary Information Work Days Weekdays - Monday - Friday Work Hours 37.5 hours per week Scheduled Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Job Type Full-Time Campus South Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Additional Information Is a background check required for this posting? Yes Background Check Notification Employment in this position will be contingent on the university's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and University at Buffalo policies, including the completion of a criminal history check.