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DENTAL ASSISTANT III

UAB Medicine

UAB Medicine

university, fl, usa
Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2024
DENTAL ASSISTANT III - (T219368)

Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a DENTAL ASSISTANT III TO BE responsible for providing support in various dental procedures for the Graduate Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial clinic. Maintains surgery rooms and equipment, takes and processes radiographs of patients and dispenses supplies. Sterilizes and cleans all surgical instruments, supplies, and dental assists units. Disposes of infectious waste according to established procedures. Takes radiographs of patients as requested by doctor. Processes and mounts film, ensuring quality results. Breaks down and cleans equipment, replenishing solutions as required. Performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties in support of department. Answers phones, takes messages and makes appointments, explains and receives payment for procedures, etc. Responds to the unique needs of cancer patients. Knowledge of basic principles of infection control Knowledge of common dental instruments Ability to communicate effectively.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assists residents, faculty and students during procedures. Dispenses dental supplies to students and residents.
  • Maintains surgery rooms in a neat and orderly fashion.
  • Sterilizes and cleans all surgical instruments, supplies, and dental assist units.
  • Performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties in support of department.
  • Ensures all patient documentation is maintained in a complete and accurate manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

(Hourly Rate: $16.00 - $26.00)

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited Dental Assistant Program and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.

The ideal candidate will have an attitude of service. We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to help patients and work as part of a team. Someone who is organized and able to take initiative. Someone who is self-motivated, detail oriented, and displays an ability to multitask.

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Clerical & Administrative

Organization

: 329112000 Prosthodontics

Employee Status

: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite