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Job ID: 202094

Dental Assistant III - Diagnostic Sciences
Tufts University


Date Posted Dec. 22, 2022
Title Dental Assistant III - Diagnostic Sciences
University Tufts University
Medford, MA, United States
Department Diagnostic Sciences
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Professional Staff
  • Oral Medicine/Pathology/Oncology
    Dentistry - General
 
 

Overview
This position will work within the department of Diagnostic Sciences primarily within the Division of Craniofacial Pain, but will provide coverage for the Divisions of Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology as needed. The craniofacial pain division at tufts university school of dental medicine is devoted to the diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders and chronic head, neck and facial pain. we incorporate true multidisciplinary approaches to the treatment of complex pain problems. with a diverse group of pain physicians, dentists, and psychologists, the center provides a range of services for craniofacial disorders, sleep and headache disorders.

 

What You'll Do
The Dental Assistant will greet and escort patients. The Dental Assistant will set up and break down operatories and clean operatory areas after each patient. The Dental Assistant will take impressions and assist specialty dentists chairside as needed. The Dental Assistant will also assist in minor surgical procedures. In addition, the Dental Assistant will be responsible for sterilization and maintaining equipment and materials in accordance with OSHA, federal and state guidelines. The DA will also be responsible for stocking all materials needed in the clinic on a daily basis. In addition, the Dental Assistant will support the front desk operations. The DA will be able to schedule appointments, check in patients, collect and verify patient demographics, retrieve charts, document treatments plans and other tasks in support of office administration.


What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:

  • Vocational/Technical diploma or Associates degree
  • 3-5 years’ experience in multi-specialty dentistry
  • Certifications: DA; Radiology
  • Working knowledge of dental software
  • Exhibits knowledge and proficiency with sterile technique and assisting various specialties.
  • Sound knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA compliance in regard to infection control, blood borne pathogens, sterilization and radiology.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Saliva Collection & Sialometric analysis
  • Assisting in biopsy procedures
  • Taking Impressions
  • Fabricating Oral Appliances

 


 
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