at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) in Alton, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Positio Title: Dental Assistant II - Experience Required (CS25-189)
Location: Alton, IL
Division: Dental Med, School of
Apply Before: 00133
Department: Dental Med, School of
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description: Description
Overview
Are you enthusiastic about providing support to dental students, instructors, faculty, and residents and in delivering high-quality dental services?
The SIU School of Dental Medicine in Alton, IL seeks full-time qualified Dental Assistant II candidates.
The SIU School of Dental Medicine provides a range of treatments, cutting-edge dental therap i es, and individualized care in a modern and relaxed setting.
What You Will Do
- Mentor and instruct dental assistant students, sharing expertise in the theory and practical aspects of dental assisting
- Offer chairside assistance to dental students, faculty, or residents during procedures
- Document patient medical and dental histories, and examination notes as directed by the dentist, student, or resident
- Maintain the treatment area by preparing, cleaning, and disinfecting before and after each patient's appointment
- Perform comprehensive data entry tasks within the clinical management software system
- Prepare instruments and equipment for sterilization or disposing of them in accordance with the Infection Control/Hazard Control Policy
- Ensure the accuracy of computer logs, documenting completed procedures, cancellations, broken appointments, and other progress forms as needed
What We Offer
Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 onsite work schedule (37.5 Hours Per Week)
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
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Any one of the following categories below:
- Six (6 months) of work experience in dental assisting comparable to that performed at the Dental Assistant I level of this series.
- Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting School.
- Current Certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board, if required by the employing institution.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Knowledge and techniques needed in dental procedures and medicine pertaining to dental assistance (e.g., knowledge of four-handed dentistry).
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Knowledge of computers to input data, access information, and/or create materials and documents using a variety of clinical software applications.
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.PI274767459
