EDS Clinic Radiology Certified Dental Assistant Position Control Number ED-26-170-02

Dental Assistant Position

U.M. FDSP Associates is a non-profit affiliate of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. U.M. FDSP Associates is the organization that provides patient care focused staffing for the clinic operations so that faculty and students may provide patient care to the public.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance and employee well-being. Our benefits include:

• Time Off: Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days, plus 17 paid Federal holidays. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving off, as well as a full winter break from Christmas Day through New Year's Day.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance options.
• Retirement: 401(k) with a competitive employer match of up to 6%.
• Work Schedule: Normal operations hours are Monday through Friday.

We prioritize flexibility, health, and financial security, creating an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.

Under general supervision by a licensed dentist, perform general chairside and clinical functions related to patient dental care, as permitted by the Maryland COMAR regulation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Perform intraoral rinsing and aspiration procedures
• Retract oral tissues, including lips, cheeks, tongue, and flaps
• Place and remove materials used for isolation of the dentition (non-retentive materials only)
• Check for loose orthodontic bands
• Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients
• Perform intraoral photography
• Expose and process dental radiographs
• Take impressions for mouth guards or diagnostic casts
• Apply topical anesthesia
• Cure dental materials using a halogen light
• Assist with oral surgery procedures
• Assist with Endodontic procedures
• Assist with dental anesthesia procedures, as permitted, with exceptional proficiency
• Order, receive, and maintain inventory of clinical supplies and equipment
• Clean and maintain clinical equipment and properly dispose of materials after procedures
• Perform infection control procedures, including setting up disposable barriers and proper sharps handling
• Enter data and schedule follow-up appointments as needed
• Float between clinics based on operational needs
• Collaborate with the business manager and scheduling team to support clinic operations

Additional Duties: In addition to your original duties as outlined in this job description, all Clinical Dental Assistants are required to float as needed between different departments to support staffing shortages and operational needs.

Departments may include, but are not limited to:

• Orthodontics
• Pediatrics
• Oral Surgery
• Special Care & Geriatric
• Plus, Clinic
• Advanced General Dentistry
• Periodontics (tentatively)
• Prosthodontics(tentatively)
• Endodontics(tentatively)

This requirement ensures flexibility and coverage to maintain high-quality patient care throughout UMSOD.

Qualifications:

1. 03 years of experience in a dental or oral surgery setting (new grads welcome!)
2. Current X-ray certification (required)
3. CPR certification (required)
4. DAANCE Certification is a plus
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
6. Ability to remain calm under pressure and provide compassionate care
7. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
8. Proficiency with dental software is a plus

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one years' related experience. Related education may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Other:

Employees in this job class must be CPR certified and are obligated to meet and maintain Maryland State requirements for dental radiography.

Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles of dental assisting theory, technique, and practice. Skill in procedures using sit-down four-handed dentistry techniques. Skill in the use of dental instruments and equipment. Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Additional Conditions Of Employment:

Employees in this job class may be required to receive immunization to prevent illness due to exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

This job description is designed to give an outline of what job duties are expected of this position. As an outline it does not fully describe or limit the extent of the position's duties. UM FDSP Associates P.A., and its supervisors may amend the job description as it deems necessary, without advance notice. The job description is not intended to create an employment contract and should not be construed as such.