Substitute/as-needed Dental Assistant

Substitute/as-needed Dental Assistant

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Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Substitute/as-needed Dental Assistant Posting Number T00187P Department USD-Dental Hygiene Physical Location of Position (City) Sioux Falls Posting Text

The University of South Dakota Department of Dental Hygiene is now accepting applications for a substitute/as-needed Dental Assistant located in the USD Sioux Falls Dental Clinic. Additionally, we are seeking a temporary dental assistant to cover a 3-month period starting December 2024 or January 2025. The 3-month position is Mondays through Thursdays. Following the 3-month period, this position will transition to an as-needed, substitute role.

Duties include: Assists the dentist or dental hygienist by seating patients, participating in dentistry techniques by handling the dentist instrument and mixing compounds for tooth repair and maintaining instruments and dental area in a sanitary manner.

1. Assists dentists to provide dental care to patients.

a. Passes instruments.

b. Mixes treatment.

c. Fills materials.

2. Disinfects the dental operatory and sterilizes equipment to ensure a sanitary dental environment.

3. Positions and exposes intraoral and extraoral dental radiographs to develop and produce quality X-rays.

4. Schedules, records, and controls patient visits to ensure accurate dental records for the patients.

5. Participates in the provision of oral health care by providing toothbrushing and flossing

instructions and techniques to patients and staff to ensure adequate dental care for patients.

6. Assist clinic director as needed.

The successful candidate must be a licensed dental assistant in the State of South Dakota.

Posting Date 11/15/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date Advertised Salary Duration of the Term Other If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent varries Proposed Rank Work Hours

Possible days are Monday - Thursday

7:30am-5:30pm with lunch hour

Appointment Type Temporary This position requires If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

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Cognitive Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

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