Dental Assistant - Orthodontics

Tufts University•Boston, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Support Services (CSS) team at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is seeking an experienced and dependable Dental Assistant to support the Orthodontics clinical area. This position will have Orthodontics as the primary department assignment and will report to the CSS supervisor supporting Orthodontics. The Dental Assistant may also provide coverage in other clinical areas based on operational needs, competency, cross-training, and patient care requirements.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED.
Experience with patient care system.
Familiarity with clinical care, institution, or university experience.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Demonstrate willingness to articulate creative and innovative ideas for improving daily clinical activities, and laboratory procedures.
Massachusetts Dental Assistant License.
Radiology Certification.

Nice To Haves

Dental Assistant: 0-2 years of experience.
Senior Dental Assistant: 3-5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical assisting support to faculty, residents, and students in Orthodontics.
Prepare treatment areas, instruments, materials, and equipment for scheduled procedures.
Support efficient patient flow and maintain a safe, organized clinical environment.
Assist with orthodontic procedures and other clinical activities within the Dental Assistant’s scope of practice.
Follow established infection prevention, sterilization, and clinical safety standards.
Maintain appropriate supplies and communicate operational needs to the CSS supervisor.
Provide cross-coverage in other clinical areas when needed and appropriately trained.
Work collaboratively with faculty, residents, students, Dental Assistants, supervisors, and other members of the clinical team.
Participate in training and cross-training to support department flexibility and continuity of care.
Other duties as assigned.