Location: Detroit,MI, USA
Description
Job ID
PN9996-0618 -1724
Position Classification
PN - PT Regular Non-Benefits Staff
Position Summary
This position is designed to fill demands for staffing needs to cover Dental Assistant absences and the increased needs in clinical areas for Chairside Dental Assistants throughout the entire dental center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Perform dental assistant duties including set-up, assist using 4-handed technics, break-down, and disinfection of rooms/surfaces.
* Properly expose, process and mount digital x-rays.
* Accurately chart and document using the EHR.
* Compliance to OSHA and infection control guidelines.
* Compliance to HIPAA guidelines.
* Assist in other departments including Dispensary and Radiology, at all locations, as needed.
* Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
* Mandatory: Graduate of a dental assisting program that includes State of Michigan Radiology certificate.
* Current certification in CPR/BLS, or obtainable within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
CDA or RDA
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic knowledge of all aspects of chairside dental assisting.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to move freely throughout the clinics.
Work Environment
Typical large dental clinic environment.
Licenses/Certifications
Mandatory State of Michigan Radiology Certificate or comparable.
Salary/Pay Information
Commensurate with experience
Anticipated Schedule
Days and times may vary, but never more than 29 hours per week.
Michigan's largest, most comprehensive private University, University of Detroit Mercy is an independent Catholic institution of higher education sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and Society of Jesus. Detroit Mercy seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to the University's mission, diversity, and excellence of its academic community. University of Detroit Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer with a diverse student body and welcomes persons of all backgrounds.