Dental Assistant 2 (Temporary)

Reporting to the Dental Clinic Supervisor 2, the Dental Assistant is responsible for direct patient care, technical procedures, and the preparation and monitoring of patients undergoing surgery and dental procedures in ambulatory, recovery, and clinical care settings at the Northwest Center for Oral and Facial Surgery – Faculty-Resident Clinic in Sand Point.

Responsibilities

• Dental Clinic Support (85%)
  • Assist faculty with new patient screenings
  • Aid dental students, residents, and/or faculty in four-handed dentistry and routine chair-side duties and patient care
  • Maintain complete knowledge of dental materials used in clinic, using the restorative dentistry guide booklet with instructions and data related to usage and teachings
  • Obtain and mix dental materials, clean and prepare treatment areas, stock clinics, and provide residents with knowledge and ideas to aid in the educational process
  • Prepare and clean the clinic/operatories, making it ready for patient care
  • Serve as a back-up person in the clinic dispensary or sterilization areas, or take on full responsibilities depending on clinic workload
  • Maintain respectful communications and relate positively with all patients, faculty, staff, and trainees
  • Review follow-up treatment plans, post-operative instructions, and medical and dental health histories with patients
  • Take radiographic images, seat patients, transcribe doctor assessments, and walk patients to the front desk for scheduling the next appointment
  • Maintain robust knowledge of OSHA/WISHA and UW/UW School of Dentistry infection control protocols; follow rules, regulations, and training set forth by the UW and UWSOD
  • Set up and prepare for IV sedation and general anesthesia patients, including their operatory, sterilization, and turning over rooms
  • Provide dental assistance to oral and maxillofacial residents and surgery assistance to faculty and affiliated surgeons
• Curriculum Support and Continuing Education (15%)
  • Support special curriculum projects that aid in the teachings of trainees and continuing education in patient care by attending instructional courses
  • Provide instruction to trainees about working with dental assistants, materials, and procedures
  • Orient new staff and trainees to clinic procedures and policies
  • Perform related dental duties as instructed, including computer skills related to clinic function and patient care
  • Communicate with direct supervisors to promote operational improvement or improve the safety of the clinical environment

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited training program for dental assistants
• Current certification as a dental assistant (CDA) or the ability to obtain same within six months
• Two years of experience as a dental assistant (one year of additional experience may substitute for required education)
• Registered with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant

About the Team

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) at the UW School of Dentistry specializes in the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and management of diseases associated with the face and jaws, such as trauma, infections, disorders, and cancer. The clinic works closely with residents acquiring OMS certification and the school’s General Practice program, offering unique learning experiences like extractions, implant placements, and dental anesthesia and sedation.

The Northwest Center for Oral and Facial Surgery is located at 6222 NE 74th St, Building 25, within Warren G. Magnuson Park. Core values include compassion and respect for patients, high moral and ethical standards, and a commitment to evidence-based and technically excellent clinical practices.

Pay

Annual pay range: $45,060.00 – $60,672.00

Schedule

First shift, full-time (100% FTE), temporary position.

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit UW Temporary Benefits.