McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston
Dental Assistant I - Prosthodontic Clinic - School of Dentistry
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Dental Assistant I – Prosthodontic Clinic – School of Dentistry
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Dental Assistant I – Prosthodontic Clinic – School of Dentistry
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McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston
Job Description
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. UTHealth Houston’s School of Dentistry is hiring for a
Dental Assistant I
to join their team of professionals in the restorative and prosthodontics department. The DA I will be responsible for assisting residents and students with dental treatment, taking X-rays, setting surgeries, infection control, cleaning and fully stocking operatories, and more.
Location:
7500 Cambridge, Houston, Texas 77054
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for our full‑time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37–38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!
Position Summary Perform routine tasks assisting the professional dental staff and students in the examination and prophylactic, therapeutic and surgical treatment of patients. Works under direct supervision.
Position Key Accountabilities
Assists in the teaching of dental students, dental assisting students, and dental hygiene students in the principles of four‑handed dentistry and dental assistant utilization (DAU).
Provides chair side assistance to students and faculty.
Maintains sterile environment, and prepares equipment, instruments, and supplies within working area.
Maintains infection control standards.
Maintains records of patients seen, procedures performed, materials used, and appointments.
Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills
Basic office or computer skills.
Dental Assistant by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) required.
Minimum Education High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program preferred.
Minimum Experience None.
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive This position is a security‑sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code. The following statutes apply: 51.215, Texas Government Code 411.094, 117.001(2), and 791.4. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification for being hired and for continuing employment.
Veteran Information Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 003007, 001155, 002669, L35A, 4Y071H, 4Y071, 4Y0X1, 890, 001260, 18D, 4N0X1, 4A0X1, 68E. For a complete list please visit http://www.uthealth-veterans.jobs/.
Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment‑related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or University policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy.
All UTHealth Houston employees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth Houston’s rules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations. In accordance with Executive Order GA‑48 and to the extent that this position requires you to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code, routine reviews will be conducted to determine whether criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent you from maintaining security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R.
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Dental Assistant I – Prosthodontic Clinic – School of Dentistry
role at
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston
Job Description
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. UTHealth Houston’s School of Dentistry is hiring for a
Dental Assistant I
to join their team of professionals in the restorative and prosthodontics department. The DA I will be responsible for assisting residents and students with dental treatment, taking X-rays, setting surgeries, infection control, cleaning and fully stocking operatories, and more.
Location:
7500 Cambridge, Houston, Texas 77054
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for our full‑time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37–38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!
Position Summary Perform routine tasks assisting the professional dental staff and students in the examination and prophylactic, therapeutic and surgical treatment of patients. Works under direct supervision.
Position Key Accountabilities
Assists in the teaching of dental students, dental assisting students, and dental hygiene students in the principles of four‑handed dentistry and dental assistant utilization (DAU).
Provides chair side assistance to students and faculty.
Maintains sterile environment, and prepares equipment, instruments, and supplies within working area.
Maintains infection control standards.
Maintains records of patients seen, procedures performed, materials used, and appointments.
Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills
Basic office or computer skills.
Dental Assistant by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) required.
Minimum Education High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program preferred.
Minimum Experience None.
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive This position is a security‑sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code. The following statutes apply: 51.215, Texas Government Code 411.094, 117.001(2), and 791.4. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification for being hired and for continuing employment.
Veteran Information Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 003007, 001155, 002669, L35A, 4Y071H, 4Y071, 4Y0X1, 890, 001260, 18D, 4N0X1, 4A0X1, 68E. For a complete list please visit http://www.uthealth-veterans.jobs/.
Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment‑related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or University policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy.
All UTHealth Houston employees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth Houston’s rules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations. In accordance with Executive Order GA‑48 and to the extent that this position requires you to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code, routine reviews will be conducted to determine whether criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent you from maintaining security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R.
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