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Dental Assistant Intermediate
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Position Number: 1679171
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

Dental Assistant Intermediate

Job Opening ID: 180034
Work Location: Ann Arbor Campus
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Organizational Group: School Dentistry
Department: DENTCariology,Restor Sci &Endo
Posting Begin/End Date: 10/23/2019 11/13/2019
Salary: $34,000.00 $43,000.00
Paid Time Off:
Career Interest: Patient Care Services

How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement
MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:

Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.
Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.

Responsibilities*
Patient Care

Work with dental residents to provide comprehensive dental care to patients which includes chairside assisting.

Responsible for patient flow, keeping treatment rooms neat and organized.

Protect and safeguard patient information and confidentiality per HIPAA standards.

Assist with setup, breakdown, maintenance, clean-up, proper sterilization or other preparation of rooms and equipment & instruments daily.

Assist with patient management during treatment, minimizing patient discomfort and anxiety.

Render immediate assistance in emergency medical situations.

Take patient blood pressure using appropriate devices.

Expose and set digital radiographs according to standard procedures or specific instructions.

Maintain and order clinical supplies as needed.

Provide back-up to front desk as needed.

Perform any other related duties as assigned

Customer Service

Actively work with team members, staff, student providers and faculty on training issues and

Appropriate procedures.

Display excellent customer service and attitude toward patients, students, faculty and staff.

Work as a team player, either helping or receiving help from other assistants with the objective to

Expedite patient care

Self-Management

Ability to multi-task, take initiative and anticipate the needs of others

Maintain licensure and continuing education.

Communication

Help maintain open communication

Report any issues to the Clinic Manager or Director so they may be addressed promptly.

Required Qualifications*
Certificate of completion from an accredited dental assisting program. Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills. Proof of completion of Michigan Board of Dentistry approved radiography program. Current CPR certification. Experience working with a patient management system (e.g. AxiUm). Experience chairside assisting with multiple providers in busy clinic. Must be a team player with the ability to multitask. Excellent attendance record. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail

Desired Qualifications*
Associates degree in Dental Assisting from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Locations
This position is for the School of Dentistry located at 1011 N University Ave.

Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

To apply, visit https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/180034/dental_assistant_intermediate