• Assist faculty and residents, chair-side in the practice of four-hand dentistry/Surgical assisting.

• Set-up of oral surgery equipment for extractions, dental implants, biopsy’s and other oral & maxillofacial surgeries in a safe manner. (after competencies are completed for each area of operation).

• Maintain dental operatories and equipment in good condition; sterilize instruments; take digital panorex x-rays and ensure proper documents are available for I.V. sedation cases as well as regular clinic appointments.

• Provide suture removal and dressing changes to patients. Assist in organizing and controlling the use of clinic supplies independent of direct supervision. (after competencies are completed for each area of operation).

• Obtain patient vitals signs, monitor and report any adverse reactions to medications and or procedures.

• Process pathology and cytology specimens in accordance to laboratory protocol.

• Adhere to all regulatory requirements such as, JCAHO, CLIA, HIPAA, etc.

• Maintain daily records and patient charts as per clinic protocol.

• Maintain dental operating areas and equipment in good condition; sterilize instruments; take digital x-rays; assist in organizing and controlling the use of clinic supplies.

• Participate in clinical in-service training programs, learn new methods through in-service training participation (i.e. required to maintain current certification in CPR).

Temperament

Must be able to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, or unusual situations. Must be capable of dealing with periodic cyclical workload pressures and levels of responsibility. Required to make independent judgments without supervision. Must be able to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria. Must have the adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Requires the ability to work with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to effectively communicate pre-operative information, post-operative instructions, and preventative dental techniques to patients.

• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously, both orally and in writing.

• Basic computer literacy and arithmetic skills.

• Proficient use of computer software systems such as Electronic Medical Records (EPIC) Cidexus, Portal, Formfast, and Centricity.

• Knowledge of sterilization equipment and supplies (Autoclave, Cidex-OPA and Sterile Processing).

• Knowledge of basic dental and oral surgical terminology.

• Knowledge of dental hygiene principles and practices.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.

Experience Requirements

1 year Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or Oral Surgery preferred

Additional training in expanded duties preferred: i.e. X-Ray; Course for Dental Assistants

Education Requirements

High School Diploma required

Dental Assistant Certificate required

Certification Requirements

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) required at time of hire

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred at time of hire

UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer