Title: Dental Assistant - # 112890
Position Type: Staff
Department: Curry Health Center, Dental Clinic
Closing Date: OPEN, Screening Begins on 5/19/2008 Applications received after 5pm on 5/16 may be considered
Schedule: Full-time, 10 months/year, 1.0 FTE, Academic year position; limited hours during Wintersession and summer breaks
Entry Rate: $9.099/hr. - $10.75/hr.
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness/Uniforms and laundry service
Union: Montana Public Employees Association
Probation: Subject to a minimum 6-month Probationary Period
Primary Functions

  • Duties may include, but not limited to: handing of instuments and materials to dentist, taking dental radiographs, mixing and placing some materials--including impressions, pouring models, aiding patient instruction and education
  • Responsible for set-up, clean-up, and disinfection of work area, and sterilization and disinfection of dental instuments
  • Position helps perform basic duties of reception/patient flow work, and also help with some basic clerical work, when needed
    • Minimum Job Qualifications

  • High school graduation and a minimum of two (2) years experience assisting in four-handed dentistry, or equivalent combination of education and experience
    • Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Demonstrated knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and materials
  • Working knowledge of dental office procedures including ability to take dental radiographs (x-rays); ability to take dental impressions; knowledge of dental disease process
  • Working knowledge of sterilization procedures, materials, and equipment
  • Familiarity with computerized patient scheduling system and record keeping; ability to learn new specialized software
  • Basic familiarity with standard office practices and procedures, and phone etiquette; business English, spelling, grammar and composition; basic math skills; ability to use multi-line telephone
  • Proven customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills, including ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of individuals
  • Ability to deal with multi-layered tasks in a quick, efficient manner
  • Ability to use protective equipment, such as glasses, masks, gloves, scrubs, and lab coats to perform job duties
    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification for dental radiology
    • Physical Requirements

    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to work with disinfectants, developer, fixer, bleach and non-toxic dental materials; be exposed to blood, pathogens, aerosols, high-pitched sounds; see and work in small, confined areas
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time; ability to hold and pass instruments steadily without dropping; performing frequent, repeated flexion and extension motions
    • How To Apply/Submitting Materials

    Prepare the following and specifically address the position number and title applying for and the above-described knowledge, skills, abilities, and job qualifications in your Cover Letter:
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • 3 Professional References
  • Background Check Authorization
  • Self-Identification

    All materials can be submitted via one of the following methods:
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    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
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    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.

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