Dental Assistant II

The Creighton Dental school is looking for a Dental Assistant II. The Team is looking for a dedicated Dental Assistant who is excited about working in a fun fast-paced, environment. The ideal candidate will assist faculty and students in surgical procedures as well as operative procedures with adults in our clinical settings, is someone who is excited about using the most-up-to-date technology and is passionate about sharing and assisting! We are looking for someone who has a great personality and is experienced. If this describes you, come join our team of experienced, supportive, diverse and caring team members.

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  High school diploma or equivalent required.

  
  
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  Accredited Dental Assistant School Graduate Preferred Or equivalent related experience.

  
  
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  Radiology certificate preferred or equivalent related experience.

  
  
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  Minimum of 2-4 years' Dental Assistant experience required.

  
  
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  Knowledge of Dental procedures and terminology.

  
  
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  Experience in Oral Surgery is required

  
  
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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel and Outlook.

  
  

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  Experience taking radiographs of patients using standard dental radiographic equipment.

  
  
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  Knowledge and/or experience using NOMAD or portable x-ray unit preferred.

  
  
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  Comprehensive understanding of dental instruments in all aspects of dentistry Endodontics, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Pediatric Dentist or Pedodontics, Dental Public Health (DPH)

  
  
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  Provide outstanding customer service for the patient; excellent chair side manner.

  
  
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  Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance and understand OSHA guidelines

  
  
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  Follow organizations safety policies and procedures

  
  
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  Desire to learn and grow with our team

  
  
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  Outstanding positive attitude and demeanor

  
  
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  Strong interpersonal and relationship team building skills

  
  
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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  
  
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  Ability to multi-task and work in a fun, fast pace, team environment

  
  
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  Assist with other Creighton related clinic duties as requested such as working with One World initiatives, Labs, Screenings, etc.

  
  

This 40 hour/week, 12 month position is benefit eligible. Our robust benefits packages include Medical, Vision, Dental, 403b Retirement Plans with immediate match, paid maternal and paternal leave. Our employees also enjoy a variety of programs and discounts to support a work-life balance to include: Tuition discounts and tuition remission programs, free on-campus gym memberships, wellness programs, legal assistance program, access to discounted pharmacy services, paid time off (vacation and sick), generous holiday schedules and more

The Creighton Dental Clinic, conveniently located in Omaha, Nebraska on the Creighton campus, is dedicated to providing quality care, and offers a full range of dental services. More than 14,000 patients visit us each year, because we deliver on our commitment to excellence at an affordable cost. We admit as many patients as we can whose dental needs match the educational needs of our students.

At Creighton, you are part of something big. Your skills and passions unite with thousands of faculty, staff and students inspired to change the world. Here, we offer meaningful work driven by a 475-year-old Jesuit tradition committed to social justice and serving others. Through this tradition, we push the boundaries on innovation. We pursue new knowledge for the betterment of society. We seek to improve our world through Catholic and Jesuit values. And it all starts with you.