Dental Assistant, Department of Orthodontics, Penn Dental Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

4d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

DENTAL ASSISTANTs with Penn Dental Medicine's Department of Orthodontics are responsible for the support of pre-doctoral and post-doctoral dental students. Key tasks include but are not limited to: taking radiographs, preparation of treatment rooms, setting up patient instruments and materials, passing instruments and performing typical chairside dental assisting procedures. PATIENT EXPERIENCE Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and obtaining medical history and patient vitals, and draping patient Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth. Expose necessary x-rays Aid in chairside assistance as needed OPERATIONS Mains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential Protects patients and employees by strictly adhering to infection-control policies and protocols Mains safe and clean working environment by complying with all PDM procedures, rules, and regulations Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results; monitors inventory; maintains proper usage and operations of equipment as well as trouble-shooting dental chairs, suctions, and x-ray equipment Monitor and count supplies weekly. Ordering supply categories as directed or assigned. Mains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies To date, clinical hours are Monday through Friday 8:30AM – 5:30PM; flexibility in scheduling is required for all positions Contributes to team effort by accomplishing and supporting as assigned PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES POSITIVE ENERGY AND ENTHUSIASM, with a strong commitment to exceeding patient and team expectations FLEXIBILITY AND OPENNESS to work as a team in a variety of roles, assignments and duties TEAM PLAYER a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth and success of the practice ABILITY TO ADAPT AND LEARN QUICKLY, make an immediate, sustainable impact, and provide value-added service to patients and team STRONG COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS, displaying the ability to connect and build relationships with team members/peers, residents, and patients CONFIDENCE IN PROFESSIONAL APTITUDE and ability to effectively convey skills, knowledge and qualifications to patients SEEING needs and fulfilling the needs observed

Requirements

Technical School, Certification, or training required beyond High School and minimum of 3 years of practical experience in a dental care facility or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Current CPR certification and BLS required.
Employment clearance through the State of PA to work on/with children: as determined through Pennsylvania Criminal Background Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Finger Printing Database is required.
Knowledge of orthodontic procedures, instruments, appliances and supplies required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AxiUm preferred.
Experience with ordering supplies preferred.
Experience with iTero scanner and 3D printer a plus.
Ability to accommodate different scheduling requirements based on the operational needs.

Responsibilities

Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and obtaining medical history and patient vitals, and draping patient
Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
Expose necessary x-rays
Aid in chairside assistance as needed
Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
Protect patients and employees by strictly adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with all PDM procedures, rules, and regulations
Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results; monitor inventory; maintain proper usage and operations of equipment as well as trouble-shooting dental chairs, suctions, and x-ray equipment
Monitor and count supplies weekly. Order supply categories as directed or assigned.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing and supporting as assigned

Benefits

Excellent healthcare
Tuition benefits for employees and their families
Generous retirement benefits
Wide variety of professional development opportunities
Supportive work and family benefits
Wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
Generous retirement plans
Substantial amount of time away from work
Long-Term Care Insurance
Professional and Personal Development resources
Access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
Discounts and Special Services
Flexible Work Hours
Penn Home Ownership Services
Adoption Assistance