Dental Assistant I (Bilingual) - Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry

Location: Chicago, IL USA • On-site • Full-time

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

Responsibilities

• Provides chair-side and other assistance to dental students in performing routine and surgical procedures including preparing equipment and areas for dental procedures.
• Assists patients receiving treatment in the clinic in a polite and professional manner, including helping them with instructions and screening appointments.
• Arranges equipment, pre-tray setups, dental material and supplies, and patient records.
• Assists supervisor in the ordering, stocking, inventory and distribution of supplies; ensures supplies and equipment are clean and put away after use.
• Keeps a running inventory of supplies and materials and orders as necessary to ensure the areas are always equipped.
• Obtains digital x-rays, processes and mounts dental radiographs as requested.
• Communicates directly with patients as guided by the student or instructors/faculty; communicates in an appropriate and positive manner to guide and reassure patients, as well as support the patient care mission of the institution.
• Ensures all units/stations are prepared for patient treatment meeting OSHA requirements.
• Notifies supervisors of any malfunctioning equipment in need of repairs.
• Responsible for a high level of asepsis in the clinic.
• Reports on malfunctioning operatory or x-ray equipment to appropriate personnel; helps identify and report general maintenance problems in the clinic.
• Prepares, organizes and packs instruments for sterilization.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (oral and written) in both English and Spanish.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Pay

$21.15 / hour

Schedule

• Monday - Friday
• Day shift