full-time 5 days ago
Orthodontics Dental Assistant (Dental Assistant)
Indiana University
425 University Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202
18.50 - 19.50/hr
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DENTISTRY-ORTHO and ORAL FACIAL (IN-DSOF-IUINA)
Department Information
The Indiana University (IU) School of Dentistry has been advancing oral health in the state and beyond since 1879, when it was founded as the Indiana Dental College. Over the past 140 years, we've become a national leader in preparing oral health professionals, conducting innovative research that has an impact on patients and the profession, and providing patient-centered care.
The mission of the Department of Orthodontics and Oral Facial Genetics at the Indiana University School of Dentistry is to train ethical and competent orthodontists to treat malocclusion effectively, contribute significantly to the health of their community, meet their social and professional responsibilities, and incorporate sound scientific and business principles in their practice.
Job Summary
Provide chair side assistance to dentist by passing instruments, holding devices such as suction tubes, and cleaning patients mouth during and after specialty dental and root canal procedures.
Assist in administration of local anesthetic agent.
Take patients' blood pressure and maintain patients' vital statistics.
Provide preoperative care to patients, prepare patients for surgery by positioning them comfortably and applying topical anesthetics, and provide post-operative care and instructions to patients.
Instruct graduate students and pre-doctoral dental students on taking digital radiographs, cone beam radiographs and cone beam scans.
Confirm that instruments are sterilized and working properly and organize them for procedures and/or surgery.
Ensure that equipment used for dental procedures is sterilized and areas are clean and ready to receive new patients.
Assist front office in scheduling follow up visits.
Qualifications
This position is posted at¿the¿Intermediate Career Level¿but may be filled at¿the¿Foundational¿Career¿Level¿depending on the candidate¿s qualifications. Although they will be similar, the duties and responsibilities may differ if filled at the lower rank. Please see¿the qualifications for each level¿listed below.
Intermediate Requirements:
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
1 year of assisting in an applicable specialty dental assisting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Indiana X-Ray license upon date of hire
Preferred
Dental assistant certification upon date of hire
SKILLS
Required
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
Demonstrated customer service skills
Performs work independently with minimal supervision
Possesses strong technical aptitude
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Articulate and responsive to colleagues
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Foundational Requirements:
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
Completion of a dental assisting training program; OR
6 months of dental assisting experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Radiology license within 6 months of date of hire
SKILLS
Required
Possesses strong technical aptitude
Demonstrated customer service skills
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires sedentary work as well as extended durations of moving about the workplace. It requires the ability to move objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and the ability to discern between various objects and devices and to position patients. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
IU School of Dentistry
Indianapolis, Indiana
This is an in-person position.
Advertised Salary
$18.50 - 19.50 per hour based on experience and internal equity
Work Hours
This position is Monday through Friday.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Intermediate
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Health Services
Job Family: Dentistry
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234
DENTISTRY-ORTHO and ORAL FACIAL (IN-DSOF-IUINA)
Department Information
The Indiana University (IU) School of Dentistry has been advancing oral health in the state and beyond since 1879, when it was founded as the Indiana Dental College. Over the past 140 years, we've become a national leader in preparing oral health professionals, conducting innovative research that has an impact on patients and the profession, and providing patient-centered care.
The mission of the Department of Orthodontics and Oral Facial Genetics at the Indiana University School of Dentistry is to train ethical and competent orthodontists to treat malocclusion effectively, contribute significantly to the health of their community, meet their social and professional responsibilities, and incorporate sound scientific and business principles in their practice.
Job Summary
Provide chair side assistance to dentist by passing instruments, holding devices such as suction tubes, and cleaning patients mouth during and after specialty dental and root canal procedures.
Assist in administration of local anesthetic agent.
Take patients' blood pressure and maintain patients' vital statistics.
Provide preoperative care to patients, prepare patients for surgery by positioning them comfortably and applying topical anesthetics, and provide post-operative care and instructions to patients.
Instruct graduate students and pre-doctoral dental students on taking digital radiographs, cone beam radiographs and cone beam scans.
Confirm that instruments are sterilized and working properly and organize them for procedures and/or surgery.
Ensure that equipment used for dental procedures is sterilized and areas are clean and ready to receive new patients.
Assist front office in scheduling follow up visits.
Qualifications
This position is posted at¿the¿Intermediate Career Level¿but may be filled at¿the¿Foundational¿Career¿Level¿depending on the candidate¿s qualifications. Although they will be similar, the duties and responsibilities may differ if filled at the lower rank. Please see¿the qualifications for each level¿listed below.
Intermediate Requirements:
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
1 year of assisting in an applicable specialty dental assisting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Indiana X-Ray license upon date of hire
Preferred
Dental assistant certification upon date of hire
SKILLS
Required
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
Demonstrated customer service skills
Performs work independently with minimal supervision
Possesses strong technical aptitude
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Articulate and responsive to colleagues
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Foundational Requirements:
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
Completion of a dental assisting training program; OR
6 months of dental assisting experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Radiology license within 6 months of date of hire
SKILLS
Required
Possesses strong technical aptitude
Demonstrated customer service skills
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires sedentary work as well as extended durations of moving about the workplace. It requires the ability to move objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and the ability to discern between various objects and devices and to position patients. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
IU School of Dentistry
Indianapolis, Indiana
This is an in-person position.
Advertised Salary
$18.50 - 19.50 per hour based on experience and internal equity
Work Hours
This position is Monday through Friday.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Intermediate
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Health Services
Job Family: Dentistry
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234
About Indiana University
Indiana University Indianapolis offers a wide range of academic programs, hands-on learning opportunities, and support services for students. With a focus on research and student success, IU Indianapolis is committed to helping students achieve their academic goals.