Dental Assistant 2

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for Dental Assistant 2 to join their team. Reporting to the Director of Maxillofacial Prosthetic, the Dental Assistant 2 is responsible for assisting the Maxillofacial Prosthodontist in treating patients with complex oral/facial rehabilitation and prosthodontic care. The salary information provided below is for a full-time position and will be prorated for this part-time, 80% FTE opportunity.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited training program for dental assistants; AND current certification as a dental assistant (CDA) OR the ability to obtain same within six months; PLUS two years of experience as a dental assistant.
One year of additional dental assistant experience may substitute for required education.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as license, certification, and/or registration.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certificate, or ability to obtain within 1 month
Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant

Responsibilities

Treatment of patients with complex oral/facial rehabilitation (50%)
Making diagnostic records
Impressions for implant-supported prosthetics and obturators
Making facial moulages for facial prosthetics
Try-ins and delivery of case
Try-ins and delivery of cases
Expanded Dental Assistant Duties (50%)
Making impressions for study casts and opposing casts for fixed and removable prosthodontics
Mechanical polishing to amalgam restorations, clinical crowns and supragingival areas
Place matrix and wedge
Remove excess cement
Fabricate, place, and remove temporary fillings
Expose and process dental x-ray film
Give fluoride treatments
Teach oral hygiene and prosthesis care
Placement of retraction cord
Select denture shade and mould
Place cotton rolls and holders
Other duties as provided laws of the State of Washington.
Take and record vital signs and review health history of patients
Greet/seat patients, adjust chair and prepare patient for maxillofacial prosthodontist
Sterilize and prepare instruments for set-ups
Maintain dental records and files, maintain inventory of equipment, and order and maintain clinic supplies.
Determine and order appropriate implant components for implant restorations.
Prepare and coordinate dental cases for laboratory pick-ups and deliveries
Clean and coordinate maintenance of dental operatory and equipment
May serve as a back-up receptionist as needed
Include duties of a Dental Assistant 1
Perform related duties as required