Substitute/as-needed Dental Assistant

Posting DetailsPosting DetailsLogoInstitutionThe University of South DakotaWorking TitleSubstitute/as-needed Dental AssistantPosting NumberT00187PDepartmentUSD-Dental HygienePhysical Location of Position (City)Sioux FallsPosting TextThe 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 flossinginstructions 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 Date11/15/2024Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesFirst Consideration DateAdvertised SalaryDuration of the TermOtherIf Other, describe durationAppointment PercentvarriesProposed RankWork HoursPossible days are Monday - Thursday7:30am-5:30pm with lunch hourAppointment TypeTemporaryThis position requiresIf other, please indicateDepartment Description and Cultural ExpectationsEqual Employment Opportunity StatementUSD 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.Contact InformationWorking ConditionsCognitive RequirementsPlease check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written CommunicationProtective Clothing/EquipmentPlease check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing, Surgical MaskIf other protection is used please identifyPhysical RequirementsPlease designate the physical requirements of this positionBending, Stooping, Twisting, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting light, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)Describe any of the conditions selectedSensory RequirementsPlease check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)Working Conditions & ExposuresWorking Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.Biohazard, Chemical Hazards, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Radiation, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure, Vaccination required due to potential occupational exposurePlease describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked aboveWorking EnvironmentCheck the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.Clinical EnvironmentIf you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsOptional DocumentsResumeCover LetterOtherReference List