Dental Assistant

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

34d • $21 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry seeks a Dental Assistant (DA) to join its General Practice Residency (GPR) unit in the Restorative and Prosthetic Division. The GPR provides excellent, comprehensive treatment and offers general dentistry at the postdoctoral level including hospital -based dentistry, as well as treatment of medically compromised and special needs patients. The GPR faculty members are leaders in their profession, and you will work with respected clinicians and educators as well as our GPR residents to provide the best care to our patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Minimum 2 years’ experience sitting chairside as Dental Assistant
• Current CPR/BLS certification and radiographer license required at all times throughout employment

Nice To Haves

• Experience and knowledge of a wide variety of dental instruments and procedures, especially those involving oral surgical procedures
• Experience in an educational and/or hospital setting
• Experience with electronic health record
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office and internet/email is desired

Responsibilities

• Direct chair-side dental assisting for all residents and faculty in the GPR clinic in the College of Dentistry, including assisting with special needs patients, and patients seen under general anesthesia and moderate sedation
• Dispenses, receives, processes and purchases instruments, equipment and supplies used in the delivery of treatment
• Provides oral hygiene instructions
• Ensures efficient operation during faculty and/or clinical sessions
• Organizes records system
• Exposes and develops radiographs

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED