Dental Assistant
Job ID: 284542
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
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Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, we provide dental education to the next generation of professionals by offering hands-on education through innovative research, patient care, and service. Join other dental providers to improve the oral health of Georgia and beyond. The DCG was founded to provide the people of Georgia with quality dental care by educating students in dentistry. As a patient, you have the option to receive treatment in one of our three different practice models consisting of student clinics, resident care, or in the faculty practice. All dental treatments can be completed by the specialists in our facility. We also serve patients in more than 20 clinics across Georgia.
Job Summary
Performs chair-side assisting in all phases of emergency dentistry, pediatric, orthodontic, prosthodontics, limited endodontic, limited oral surgery, and periodontics assisting. Other related work will also be required, which includes, but is not limited to, preventive and daily maintenance of dental operators and equipment, clerical assignments, radiological, and receptionist responsibilities. Serves as a liaison for patients, staff, students, residents, and faculty within the dental college.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
CHAIR SIDE ASSISTANCE: Assist dental students, residents and/or faculty in the treatment of patients requiring emergency restorative prosthodontics, periodontics, endodontics and/or oral surgery. Participate in 4 handed dentistry. Assist chair side with air, water and instruments. Mix various materials as required. Assist in the management of difficult problems such as the apprehensive patient and/or the pre-medicated adult. Use organizational, software and assist in appointing patients for follow-up care. Assist in the placement of the rubber dam. Prepare local anesthetic syringe. Dispose of all sharps in designated sharps container after patient is dismissed. Use mouth mirror for indirect vision retraction. Gently retract patient's cheek, adjusting mirror position to avoid pressure on oral structures. Perform high volume evacuation
INSTRUMENTS & INSTRUCTION: Operate dental x-ray equipment to include taking routine and specialized radiographs as requested. Explain purpose of procedure to patient and place protective lead apron. Obtain and store dental and special supplies. Ensure assigned operatories are kept clean and stocked; Maintain dental equipment in a clean operative condition on a daily basis. Clean, package and maintain instruments and equipment required including sending to and retrieving from central sterilization as needed for daily production. Ensure ordering and inventory control of supplies, equipment and dental instruments requires for assigned clinics. Follow all published guidelines regarding personal protective gear and clinical infection control protocol established by federal, state, Augusta University or Dental College of Georgia policies. Follow the organization's incident reporting protocol in case of medical emergency. Be prepared to perform certain procedures until professional help is available.
OFF-CAMPUS SITE DENTAL ASSISTING SERVICES: Provide dental assisting services to off-campus sites where dental education/services are performed as needed. This requires personal transportation to and from these sites with mileage reimbursement at prevailing AU rates. Required to work ADEX (CRDTS) and mock boards as well as other special board certification exercises throughout the year as needed. This can involve weekend work approximately 4-6 times a year. Assist with fabricating select items for various preclinical courses.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School graduate, GED, or equivalent from a recognized state or federal accrediting organization with one year of related experience.
OR
Certified Dental Assistant and/or Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in an applicable related field of study.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from a Dental Assisting program with one year experience in dental assisting in a general dentistry practice, to include previous experience mixing dental materials, taking x-rays, chair side dental assisting skills/ knowledge in multiple dental disciplines or High School Diploma with 5 years' experience working as a dental assistant.
CPR certified
Certified Dental Assistant
Training with radiology safety
A minimum of one year previous experience as a dental assistant to include previous experience mixing dental materials, taking x-rays, chair side assisting skills/knowledge in multiple dental disciplines with experience preferably in (Prosthodontic, Esthetic, Endodontic, Pediatric, Orthodontic or Periodontics assisting). Depends on which clinic has the opening.
Proficient in understanding and speaking Spanish in a clinical setting.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of oral bony structure of the face and taking diagnostic dental radiographs
Detailed knowledge of tooth anatomy, able to select and place rubber dam
Knowledge of dental instruments. Determine serviceability and need for replacement.
Knowledge of basic dental lab assisting procedures and practices.
Knowledge and skills to detect adverse reactions to dental treatment.
Knowledge of 4 handed dental procedures and chair side dental assisting skills
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, written and verbal communication skills clamps
Detail and team oriented

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to select and place rubber dam clamps.
Ability to transition between multiple dentists and assist with different types of procedures among different dental disciplines.
Ability to work in high volume, fast paced environments and maintain composure and treatment under pressure.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
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