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UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location: Omaha, NE

Requisition Number: Staff_13161

Department: COD-Growth and Development 50000753

Business Unit: College of Dentistry

Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule: No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary: Dental Assistant position in UNMC Pediatric Dentistry, under general supervision, to assist House Officers and faculty in daily patient treatment and all related responsibilities and functions.

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Relevant coursework/specialized training or equivalent. Will consider a minimum of six months post high school education/experience related to Dentistry.

Required Experience: Less than 1 year. Will consider a minimum of six months post high school education/experience related to Dentistry.

Required License: Certification as a dental assistant or ability to obtain a dental assistant certificate within one year of hire date.

Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal/written) in Spanish & English.
• Demonstrate professionalism.
• Strong customer and interpersonal service skills.
• Demonstrate organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work closely with others and a variety of personality types.
• Must be dependable.

Preferred Education: Graduation from an accredited dental assisting program.

Preferred License: Certification to take radiographs and certification for extended duties (e.g. coronal polishing).

Preferred Other Computer Applications: Eaglesoft Dental Software.

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a minimum of six months post high school education/experience related to Dentistry?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have a minimum of six months post high school education/experience related to Dentistry, please elaborate (if No, indicate NA).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you certified as a dental assistant or do you have the ability to obtain a dental assistant certification within one year of hire date?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or jobs@unmc.edu to request an accommodation.

For questions regarding application, please contact UNMC Staffing at jobs@unmc.edu