Senior Dental Assistant
Job ID: 280240
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
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Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, we provide dental education to the next generation of professionals by offering hands-on education through innovative research, patient care, and service. Join other dental providers to improve the oral health of Georgia and beyond. The DCG was founded to provide the people of Georgia with quality dental care by educating students in dentistry. As a patient, you have the option to receive treatment in one of our three different practice models consisting of student clinics, resident care, or in the faculty practice. All dental treatments can be completed by the specialists in our facility. We also serve patients in more than 20 clinics across Georgia.
Job Summary
The Senior Dental Assistant performs extra-oral chair-side assisting duties in all phases of disciplines of dentistry in the Dental Associates clinic including emergency dentistry, restorative, pediatric, orthodontic, prosthodontics, endodontic, oral surgery, implant surgeries and periodontics assisting. Other related work will also be required, which includes but is not limited to preventive and daily maintenance of dental operator and equipment, clerical assignments, radiological and receptionist responsibilities. Performs dental laboratory duties, including but not limited to pouring and trimming molds and fabricating bleaching trays, mouth guards, splints, and night guards. Serves as a liaison for patients, staff, students, residents, and faculty within the Dental College. Working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment involving many different procedures in multiple dentistry disciplines.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
ASSIST DENTAL STUDENTS, RESIDENTS AND/OR FACULTY: Assist dental students, residents, and /or faculty at the chair side as anticipated or required in all phases of dentistry utilizing techniques for 4-handed dentistry. Place matrix bands & wedges; Keep the area of operation clear using a high-speed evacuator, suction tip, and irrigation, retracts tissue, tongue, and cheek; Maintain aseptic condition and stabilize tissue in surgical procedures; Itch, prime, and bond for composite; CPD & FPO framework try-in; Cementation of crown & bridge; Place retraction cord; Assists with border molds; Implant Surgeries; Polish comal portion of the tooth; Place packing for dry socket; Hybrid dentures; Fabricate crowns and clean Provisionals after cementation; Follow all published guidelines regarding personal protective gear and clinical infection control protocol, i.e. Aware of the MSDS sheets handle and dispose of hazardous materials.
CLEANING PACKING AND MAINTAINING INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT: Cleaning packing and maintaining instruments and equipment required, including sending to and retrieving from central sterilization as needed for daily production. Ensure all implant kits (surgical and restorative) are complete and in good working order. Prepares sterile trays for surgical procedures. Exercises skill in motivating the patient to engage in preventive dental care practices by providing instruction including demonstrations in brushing and flossing techniques, explaining the common causes of tooth decay. Answers questions for a clear understanding of treatment
LABORATORY DUTIES POURING PROSTHODONITC MODELS: Laboratory duties pouring prosthodontic models from impressions: cleaning and trimming models, boxing, and waxing impressions; constructing custom impression trays, night guards, mouth guards, bleaching trays, polishing denture, and prosthodontic appliances, and making bite rims. Also, take face bows and mount cast with face bow to obtain proper occlusion for cast restorations and reline dentures with hard and soft materials.
PERFORMS FULL RANGE OF DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY WORK: Performs the full range of dental radiography work. Operates dental x-ray equipment to include taking routine and specialized radiographs as requested. Take panorex, periapical occlusal, lateral, jaw, and extra-oral radiographs as required. Develops and mounts radiographs into patient electronic recording Axium. Communicate with patients explaining the purpose of the procedure and answer any concerns regarding dental radiographs.
CHARTS FINDING INTO SOFTWARE SYSTEM: Charts finding into software system as recorded by dentist and updates medical health histories. Assist in appointing patients for follow-up care.
PREPARE OPERATORY FOR EACH TREATMENT: Prepare operatory for each treatment. Laying out correct instruments & specific materials as required for procedure, seats & drapes patient, explains to patients to patient treatment procedures to be done, mixes materials for impression & restoration, or assembling syringes for anesthesia. May require setting up operatory for surgery ensuring all fields are appropriately draped creating a sterile environment. Assist in other specialty areas when needed as work schedule allows. This may include working ADEX (CRDTS) and mock board exams, as well as other special board certification exercises, throughout the year as needed. This can involve weekend work.
FOLLOW ALL PUBLISHED GUIDELINES: Follow all published guidelines regarding personal protective gear and clinical infection control protocol established by federal, state Augusta University or Dental College of Georgia policies. This includes but is not limited to proper disposal of syringes, needles, scalpel blades, proper handling of contaminated items and proper disposal of hazardous materials. Provide dental assisting services to as needed with Health Faits both on campus and off campus. This may be assisting the faculty with screenings or providing educational materials to participants, answering questions and promoting the Dental College. Follow the organization's incident reporting protocol in case of medical emergency. Be prepared to perform certain procedures until professional help is available.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent from a recognized state or federal accrediting organization with two years of related experience.
OR
Certified Dental Assistant and/or Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with one year of experience in dentistry
OR
One year experience as a Dental Assistant at the Dental College of Georgia.
OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with dental knowledge.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from a Certified Dental Assisting program, CPR certified and Intraoral Radiographic Certification; 3 years' experience in dental assisting in a general dentistry practice, to include previous experience mixing dental materials, taking x-rays, chair side dental assisting skills/knowledge in multiple dental disciplines.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of oral bony structure of the face and take diagnostic dental radiographs.
Detailed knowledge of tooth anatomy.
Knowledge of dental instruments to determine serviceability and need for replacement.
Knowledge of basic dental lab assisting procedures and practices.
Knowledge and skill to detect adverse reactions to dental treatment.
Knowledge of 4 handed dentistry.
SKILLS
Good customer service and communication skills
Detailed and team oriented.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to transition between multiple dentists and assist with different types of procedures among different dental disciplines.
Requires immediate and extreme flexibility and adaptability to ever-changing procedures.
Ability to work in high volume, fast paced environment and maintain composure and treatment under pressure.
The ability to select and place rubber dam clamps.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days: Monday - Friday
Pay Grade: B5
Salary: Minimum $17.88/hour
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
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