Dental Imaging Technician
About The Position
A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. The College of Dentistry is looking for an Dental Radiology Technician to serve in the Diagnostic Sciences department. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
- One year of related experience in a dental office or similar setting
- CPR certified.
- Dental Assistant (Texas)
- X-ray certification
- Knowledge of radiographic processes and procedures.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience with intraoral and extraoral dental radiographs
Responsibilities
- Ensures patients are properly situated, acquires all types of intraoral and extra oral radiographs including panoramic and cephalometric radiographs.
- Prepares digital scanners and image acquisition units for daily use, including routine quality assurance.
- Keeps instruments sterilized and work area clean.
- Assists faculty and staff with patient treatment in the Radiology and Screening Clinic.
- Takes inventory and orders supplies for dental x-ray facilities.
- Provides assistance to dental, postdoctoral dental residents and dental hygiene students as required.
- Screens calls, makes appointments, assists patient with questionnaires and enters data into computer.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
