Dental Assisting Laboratory Assistant
About The Position
The laboratory assistant will provide support for the Dental Assisting Program. Under the general supervision of a primary faculty member, responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to: Assist students in dental assisting lab skills. Prepares and maintains required documentation and administrative reports. Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. Assess students' progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes. Request and maintain supplies and equipment, as needed to support the learning environment. Submit required documentation on a timely basis. Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards. Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
Requirements
- Current dental assisting credential required by the state of Georgia
- Hold a Dental Assisting National Board “Certified Dental Assistant” credential
- Candidate must be proficient in and have knowledge of dental materials, four-handed dentistry, preventive dentistry; chair-side assisting with emphasis in diagnostics, operative and removable prosthodontics, orthodontics, pedodontics, surgical and expanded functions procedures.
- Possess the following certifications: BLS for Healthcare providers (CPR & AED)
- Possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.
- Strong commitment to student success initiatives.
Nice To Haves
- Possess a diploma from an accredited college or university in Dental Assisting.
- Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices.
Responsibilities
- Assist students in dental assisting lab skills.
- Prepares and maintains required documentation and administrative reports.
- Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area.
- Assess students' progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.
- Request and maintain supplies and equipment, as needed to support the learning environment.
- Submit required documentation on a timely basis.
- Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.
- Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
Benefits
- paid state holidays
- annual and sick leave
- retirement options
- State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
