Dental Assistant II
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Job no: 533910
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Dade
Categories: Allied Health, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Dentistry
Department:34060500 - DN-HIALEAH
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Dental Assistant II
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| Job Description: |
Assists in the Hialeah Dental Clinic with dental operatory set-up; assists at chair-side providing dental support services (expanded duties) as permitted by Florida law. Works with faculty and staff to insure the delivery of aseptic dental care to patients.
Takes, develops, and mounts x-rays. Instructs patients in oral hygiene. Cleans and sorts dental instruments and maintains an inventory of the same. Packages and sterilizes clinical supplies (i.e., cotton pellets, cotton rolls, and 2X2s). Maintains and sterilizes hand pieces. Sterilizes dental instruments, using dry heat, steam, and chemical vapor. Delivers sterile instruments and retrieves used instruments. Assists in organizing and controlling the use of clinical supplies.
Greets and prepares patients for treatment. Established rapport with the patient in order to relieve their anxiety. Schedules and coordinates patient appointments. Maintains daily records and patient charts. Collects patient data pertaining to clinical research.
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| Expected Salary: |
$16.00 - $18.00/hr, commensurate with education/experience
The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.
Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.
UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.
UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers!
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| Minimum Requirements: |
High school diploma or equivalent and five years of relevant experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification demonstrating the successful completion of training as specified in Chapter 64B5-16, Florida Administrative Code.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
• Knowledge of all phases of dental treatment
• Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Ability to plan, organize, and perform work assignments
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to pay close attention to details
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
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| Health Assessment Required: |
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