Orthodontic Dental Assistant
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Fiscal Year: 2024-2025 Position Title: Dental Assistant, Orthodontics Classification Title: Dental Assistant Department: Department of Orthodontics Posting Number: C240160 Posting Link: Employer: State Appointment Type: Classified Appointment Term: Permanent/Contingent Permanent Classified Position Type: Non-Competitive Classified Temporary Until : Salary Grade: SG08 Posting Detail Information Position Summary: The School of Dental Medicine is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant for the Department of Orthodontics. UB Dental is a vital part of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. As a teaching facility, we offer our dental students the opportunity to work closely with patients of all ages. In addition, we are a safety net for the Buffalo-Niagara region, providing dental care for thousands of people each year throughout the community. In this position, you will: Serve as chair-side assistant to licensed dental practitioners, and dental students (pre-doctoral, post graduate and residents) in examination and treatment of patients in all phases of dentistry. Obtain and replenish supplies, filing and setting up operatories for all necessary procedures. Assist in regulatory compliance and keep abreast of new developments, techniques and materials as they come about, and insure adherence to proper infection control protocol. Learn more: Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Departmental Operating Needs: Minimum Qualifications: Candidate must have high school diploma and either 1 year of experience in Dental Assisting or have graduated from an accredited program in dental assisting. Preferred Qualifications: DANB Certified Dental Assistant ( CDA ) preferred. CPR Certification 3 years of Dental Assistant experience, preferably in orthodontics Physical Demands: Salary Range: $23,529 Additional Salary Information: Work Days: Weekdays may vary (Monday - Friday) Work Hours: 22.5 hours per week Type: Part-Time Campus: South Campus Posting Alerts: Special Instructions Summary: Additional Information: Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governors Office of Employee Relations at (518) ###-#### or via email at ...@goer.ny.gov. Is a background check required for this posting?: Yes Background Check Notification: For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment. Contact Information Contact's Name: Syeta Barron Contact's Pronouns: Contact's Title: Director of Patient Care Contact's Email: ...@buffalo.edu Contact's Phone: 716-###-#### Posting Dates Posted: 12/20/2024 Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled Date to be Filled: 01/31/2025