Dental Assistant I

High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

The Dental Assistant works in the Center for Implant Dentistry Clinic and Graduate Oral Surgery with members of the dental faculty, residents and fellows to provide four-handed dentistry at the chair.  In the laboratory the Dental Assistant fabricates dental models. Duties include setting up and breaking down dental operatories; maintaining and sterilizing dental instruments; organizing inventory and ordering supplies; initiating and/or responding to oral, telephonic and written communication related to patient care (appointments, consultations, emergencies) and performing related clerical duties, i.e. appointing patients in computer.  When assigned as rover, the Dental Assistant monitors clinical activity as well as the patient schedule to provide back-up or assistance to dentists and primary assistants when needed.  Assists with other duties as required to maintain efficient flow of patient care such as the check in/out of lab cases, weekly/monthly maintenance on equipment, restocking of bur blocks, maintaining clinic cassettes with full and correct instruments. When needed, the Dental Assistant may be asked to assist in the Graduate Oral Surgery clinic to maintain patient flow.

Implant Center:

Assists dentist during examination and treatment of patients: Prepares patient and ensures that patients are comfortable, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures. Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient and enters the same in the EHR system.  Sets up and breaks down dental operatories.

Organizes inventory and orders supplies.  When assigned as rover, the Dental Assistant patrols the clinical hallways, monitoring clinical activity as well as the patient schedule to provide back-up or assistance to dentists and primary assistants when needed.  Rover duties include seating patients, taking vital signs, recording medical histories, setting up, sterilizing and breaking down operatories; assists in taking radiographs, and other duties as needed. Consistently communicates with front desk staff any patient related matters (i.e. appointment scheduling, billing, treatment, etc.). Weekly/monthly maintenance on equipment, restocking of bur blocks, maintaining clinical cassettes with appropriate instruments. Responsible for all out-going and in-coming lab cases and communication with appropriate doctors.

Responds to oral, telephonic and written communication related to patient care (appointments, consultations, and emergencies) and performs related clerical duties, i.e. appoints patients in computer. Assist with appointment reminder calls and filling open schedules during periods of downtime. Other duties as assigned.

Graduate Oral Surgery:

Assists outpatient surgical procedures in oral surgery by anticipating surgical needs, including setting up instruments and necessary materials, and monitors patients using blood pressure monitors, EKG monitors, and pulse oximeters under the physician's direction to detect any abnormal reactions during the procedures.

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience

Benefits:

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, 11 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!

Explore UF’s plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits

High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

• Certification in dental assisting
• Certification as an expanded function dental auxiliary
• Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Certification in dental radiology
• Knowledge of oral surgery instruments and equipment
• Ability to prepare, sterilize, maintain oral surgery instruments and equipment
• Ability to maintain and keep implant clinic running on a timely basis
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to plan, organize, and perform work assignments
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

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. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.