Dental Assistant II (CS24-189)

Dental Assistant II (CS24-189)

Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 (37.5 Hours Per Week)

No Nights

No Weekends

Full Benefits Package Below

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 therapies, 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

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 Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Any one of the following categories below:

o Six (6 months) of work experience in dental assisting comparable to that performed at the Dental Assistant I level of this series.

o Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting School.

o 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. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• The ability to perform functions of administrative and clerical procedures managing files and records, designing forms, and managing inventory.
• Skill in giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Skill in interpersonal verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build rapport with patients.
• Ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• The 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.
• Ability to help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental procedures; communicates appropriately and positively to guide and re-assure patients.

Illinois Residency Requirement

Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, candidates must be a current Illinois resident.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000