at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) in Alton, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Positio Title: Dental Assistant I (CS25-162)
Location: Alton, IL
Division: Dental Med, School of
Apply Before: 00578
Department: Dental Med, School of
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description: Description
Overview
Are you considering a future in dental care and interested in a position that serves as a gateway to learn and grow in the field of dentistry?
The SIU School of Dental Medicine in Alton, IL seeks full-time qualified Dental Assistant I candidates to assist dental students, faculty, and residents in providing comprehensive patient care.
The SIU School of Dental Medicine provides a range of treatments, cutting-edge dental therapy, and individualized care in a modern and relaxed setting.
What You Will Do
- Enjoy hands-on experience and exposure to a variety of dental procedures and practices
- Preparation of equipment for dental treatments, ensuring the sterilization of dental instruments, and maintaining accurate patient records
- Stock dental operatories with required disposable supplies and perform daily inspections to check operatories for any unreturned instruments, materials, or equipment
- Provide students with necessary materials and equipment for clinical sessions
- Contribute to creating and updating inventory logs
- Aid in managing the intake and return of cases to and from external dental labs
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Ability to perform functions of administrative and clerical procedures managing files and records, designing forms, and managing inventory
- Knowledge of basic business software to input data, access information, and/or create materials and documents
- Ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
- Ability to remain continuously on task for several hours while sitting, standing, or moving
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, confidentiality, and respect when speaking with patients, peers, faculty, and staff
What We Offer
Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 onsite work schedule
SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
- Life insurance
- SURS retirement plan
- Supplemental retirement savings plans
- Paid vacation and sick leave accrual
- Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays
- WorkLife programs
- Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness)
- Employee discounts (local and national retailers)
- Flexible Spending Account Program
Supplemental Information
Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs
Application Instructions: How to Apply - Step by Step
Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the Stat
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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