Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid vacation
sick leave
Tuition Assistance
Job Description
Augusta University stands as Georgia's pinnacle of innovation in education and healthcare, dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders, innovators, and healthcare professionals. Situated across four campuses in Augusta and extending to locations statewide, Augusta University serves more than 10,500 students each year. The university thrives as the nucleus of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and offers rich experiential learning that combines arts, humanities, and health sciences. What distinguishes Augusta University is its prestigious status as the state’s only public academic health center—where cutting-edge research seamlessly integrates with exemplary clinical care to forge a healthier and more prosperous Georgia. This unique... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent from a recognized accrediting agency
- Two years of related dental assisting experience
- Certified Dental Assistant credentials or associate's degree with dental experience
- Bachelor’s degree with dental knowledge acceptable
- CPR certification required
- Radiological safety training required
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends for board examinations
- Must pass background check
- Ability to travel to off-campus locations with mileage reimbursement
- Must adhere to infection control and safety protocols
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to handle high-volume, fast-paced dental environments
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent with two years of related experience
- Certified Dental Assistant or associate's degree from accredited college with one year of dental experience
- Bachelor’s degree with dental knowledge
- CPR certified
- Radiological safety training
- Ability to speak Spanish in clinical settings preferred
- Certified Dental Surgical Anesthesia Assistant or ability to obtain certification within first year
- Minimum two years of dental assisting experience across multiple disciplines including operative, prosthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, surgery, and pediatric dentistry
Job Duties
- Assist dental students, residents, and faculty at chair side in all dental disciplines using four-handed dentistry techniques
- Maintain aseptic condition and stabilize tissue during surgical procedures
- Clean, pack, and maintain instruments and equipment including surgical trays
- Provide patient instruction in preventive dental care and answer treatment-related questions
- Perform dental laboratory duties such as pouring and trimming molds, fabricating bleaching trays, mouth guards, splints, and night guards
- Operate dental x-ray equipment and perform full range of dental radiography including panoramic and occlusal images
- Serve as lead dental assistant for Moore Clinic and provide dental assisting services at off-campus locations
- Administer infection control protocols and manage clinical safety procedures
- Chart patient information, assist with patient appointments, and facilitate communication among staff
- Participate in board certification exercises including ADEX and Mock boards
- Perform additional job-related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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