University of Washington
Hospital Dentistry Assistant Specialist
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Hospital Dentistry Assistant Specialist
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As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state, and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem‑solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. They enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a chance to work in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Program Description
The School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for a Hospital Dentistry Assistant Specialist – DECOD to join their team. The Department of Oral Medicine houses the Dental Education in the Care of Persons with Disabilities (DECOD) Program. The DECOD Program is a leader in oral health care for patients with disabilities. Goals include improving oral health and well‑being of patients, expanding access to care by training an oral health workforce, and promoting research, outreach, and interprofessional education and practice related to special care dentistry. Responsibilities
Take and record vital signs. Review health history with patients, caregivers and guardians. Assist with documentation in patients’ electronic health records. Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement for clinic and off‑site/outreach programs. Take, process, and mount radiographs (including digital radiographs). Attach monitors such as pulse oximeter, automated blood pressure device, and other medical devices; monitor and record readings. Assist in various four‑handed techniques, providing care for patients with disabilities, geriatric patients, and those with special health care needs. Instruct patients in oral hygiene; monitor patient’s condition following procedures; instruct medically compromised special needs patients in home care procedures and use of specialized dental devices. Facilitate care of patients using behavioral, pharmacological, physical and mechanical supports, including medical immobilization and protective stabilization using least restrictive alternative protocols. Potentially assist in the provision of care on‑site and off‑site outreach programs. Educate students and other learners on the scope of hospital dental assistants and dental assisting techniques in the delivery of patient care. Orient new staff, students and other learners regarding clinic procedures and policies. Maintain clinic equipment and supplies; clean and sterilize equipment; order and maintain inventory of supplies. Coordinate support activities in a dental clinic, such as arranging and scheduling patient appointments, assigning patients to students/trainees, maintaining patient records, monitoring patient flow, and assisting patients with wheelchair or gurney transfer. Record research data. Provide information to department regarding clinic services. Perform related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications
Current certification as a dental assistant (CDA) or the ability to obtain same within six months. Three years of experience as a dental assistant in a general practice setting and one year of experience in specialty practice (such as endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, or hospital dentistry). Training with patients with disabilities or special health care needs, or 6 months to 1 year experience with patients with disabilities or special needs in oral health/dentistry or other fields. Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Legal Requirements
Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant. Compensation, Benefits And Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $60,072.00 annual Pay Range Maximum: $85,980.00 annual Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular: This is a regular position FTE (Full‑Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem‑solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment
The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Management and Manufacturing Industry
Higher Education
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– University of Washington Overview
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state, and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem‑solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. They enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a chance to work in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Program Description
The School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for a Hospital Dentistry Assistant Specialist – DECOD to join their team. The Department of Oral Medicine houses the Dental Education in the Care of Persons with Disabilities (DECOD) Program. The DECOD Program is a leader in oral health care for patients with disabilities. Goals include improving oral health and well‑being of patients, expanding access to care by training an oral health workforce, and promoting research, outreach, and interprofessional education and practice related to special care dentistry. Responsibilities
Take and record vital signs. Review health history with patients, caregivers and guardians. Assist with documentation in patients’ electronic health records. Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement for clinic and off‑site/outreach programs. Take, process, and mount radiographs (including digital radiographs). Attach monitors such as pulse oximeter, automated blood pressure device, and other medical devices; monitor and record readings. Assist in various four‑handed techniques, providing care for patients with disabilities, geriatric patients, and those with special health care needs. Instruct patients in oral hygiene; monitor patient’s condition following procedures; instruct medically compromised special needs patients in home care procedures and use of specialized dental devices. Facilitate care of patients using behavioral, pharmacological, physical and mechanical supports, including medical immobilization and protective stabilization using least restrictive alternative protocols. Potentially assist in the provision of care on‑site and off‑site outreach programs. Educate students and other learners on the scope of hospital dental assistants and dental assisting techniques in the delivery of patient care. Orient new staff, students and other learners regarding clinic procedures and policies. Maintain clinic equipment and supplies; clean and sterilize equipment; order and maintain inventory of supplies. Coordinate support activities in a dental clinic, such as arranging and scheduling patient appointments, assigning patients to students/trainees, maintaining patient records, monitoring patient flow, and assisting patients with wheelchair or gurney transfer. Record research data. Provide information to department regarding clinic services. Perform related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications
Current certification as a dental assistant (CDA) or the ability to obtain same within six months. Three years of experience as a dental assistant in a general practice setting and one year of experience in specialty practice (such as endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, or hospital dentistry). Training with patients with disabilities or special health care needs, or 6 months to 1 year experience with patients with disabilities or special needs in oral health/dentistry or other fields. Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Legal Requirements
Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant. Compensation, Benefits And Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $60,072.00 annual Pay Range Maximum: $85,980.00 annual Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular: This is a regular position FTE (Full‑Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem‑solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment
The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Management and Manufacturing Industry
Higher Education
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