Dental Surgical Assistant

Dental Surgical Assistant

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is seeking a temporary Dental Surgical Assistant for its Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS). OMFS offers a full scope of surgical techniques for a variety of problems of the face and mouth. Many of our faculty surgeons have particular expertise in select sub-specialties, including temporomandibular disorder, nerve repair, orthognathic surgery, and cleft lip and palate repair.

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is the fourth largest public dental school in the United States and it is the only public dental school in Ohio. The college is divided into ten divisions with all major ADA-recognized dental specialties represented. The College has approximately 600 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs.

This position serves as temporary dental surgical assistant in the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) within the College of Dentistry; provides direct, hands-on assistance throughout a wide range of oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures working for a variety of faculty and resident surgeons; works with dental students; performs x-ray functions; responsible for infection control; prepares and distributes instruments; supports community outreach efforts; stocks supplies; works off-site as scheduled; participates in the establishment and maintenance of a positive, professional, and patient-centered workplace; committed to completion of patient care regardless of pre-assigned work hours; may work occasional scheduled or unscheduled overtime as necessitated by patient care needs.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday and may vary from as early as 7:00 am to as late as 5:00 pm

This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.

Physical Requirements: A dental assistant needs to be able to: use of both hands, dexterity in the fingers and the ability to manipulate instruments, materials, dental hand pieces, and operate dental equipment. The use of feet is necessary to manipulate the rheostat for hand pieces or other dental equipment. The body must be able to work from a dental stool in order to perform most dental procedures. The ability to sit and stand for a duration of time is also necessary. Other specific requirements include color spectrum differentiation; manual dexterity/motor coordination, hand-eye coordination, physical communications; visual acuity and communication/language development. Individuals in this position may be exposed to the following: bloodborne pathogens; chemical hazards (skin irritants); vibrating equipment; use of sharp instruments; and latex.

Experience and Education:

Required: 4 years' experience in dental office practices and procedures, dental operatory practices and procedures, four-handed assisting techniques, inventory record-keeping, care of dental equipment, dental clinic procedures, expanded dental duty procedures; BLS/CPR certification required at all times throughout employment; current radiographer license required at all times throughout employment; knowledge with multiple implant systems and a wide variety of dental and dental surgical instruments in a surgical environment require

Desired: 6 years' previous experience in an oral & maxillofacial surgery office and experience with medical or surgical assisting highly desired; computer literacy including Microsoft Office and internet/e-mail.

Pay Range: $22.93 - $29.95 (based on experience and education)

Location:

Postle Hall (0024)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.