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• Chairside assisting for faculty and Residents with various routine and reputed company procedures.
• Works with faculty and other supervisors to ensure that patient care is appropriate and efficient.
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• Sterilize and maintain dental equipment and instruments. Run appropriate tests to monitor their function.
• Maintains logs for equipment maintenance and for other safety logs required by the University, School, and Department.
• Maintain and disinfect operatories between and after patient visits.
• Assist patients with recovery and departure.
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• Taking, processing, and mounting of digital X-Rays.
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• Maintain clinic forms, handouts, and patient education materials.
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Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant including experience with various dental specialty procedures.
• Dental Assisting training and certificate from an accredited school.
• Dental Radiology Certification from the reputed company.
• CPR Certification.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to obtain PA Child Abuse Clearances.
• Must be able to travel between the School of Dentistry and the William Kelley School clinic.
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• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational and interpersonal skills.
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• Demonstrated ability to prioritize projects and tasks and to respond to multiple requests.
• Demonstrated ability to work with potential pathogens during dental assisting and sterilization procedures.
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• Demonstrate lifelong learning.
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt and preserver during times of change in circumstances.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to providing strong customer service.
• Ability to transport/ assist patients in wheelchairs into operatories and departures as needed.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan and so much more!

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