Dental Dispensing Asst-Int

UT Health San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Dental Dispensing Assistant uses an instrument tracking system to dispense and retrieve dental instruments and equipment. The position ensures that central sterilization and clinic dispensary operations follow established patient care standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and general dental software is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions.
Ability to address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, pay attention to detail, and set priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and general dental software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and order materials used for patient care and laboratory procedures, and inspect equipment packages for completeness upon return.
Perform established infection-control maintenance protocols inside and outside the clinic area.
Maintain inventory and stock dental consumables and supplies in dispensing areas and laboratories.
Control and maintain the dispensing of supplies and equipment to students and faculty, including following up on loaned equipment, proper utilization, clinic compliance, and equipment loan policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including free employee coverage and options to add family members.
Group term life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage.
Three dental insurance plan options.
Two vision plan options.
Disability insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible dependent care and healthcare expenses.
Retirement plan options, including TRS or ORP for eligible employees and voluntary retirement programs.
Paid time off of 128 to 208 hours annually, based on years of service.
Extended illness leave accrual.
Paid family leave of up to 240 hours after six months of consecutive employment.
12 paid holidays each year.
Discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.