Dental Assistant 2

Job Description

The Department of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for Dental Assistant 2 to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Maxillofacial Prosthetic, the Dental Assistant 2 is responsible for assisting the Maxillofacial Prosthodontist in treating patients with complex oral/facial rehabilitation and prosthodontic care.

The salary information provided below is for a full-time position and will be prorated for this part-time, 80% FTE opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Treatment of patients with complex oral/facial rehabilitation (50%)

• Making diagnostic records
• Impressions for implant-supported prosthetics and obturators
• Making facial moulages for facial prosthetics
• Try-ins and delivery of case
• Try-ins and delivery of cases

Expanded Dental Assistant Duties (50%)

• Making impressions for study casts and opposing casts for fixed and removable prosthodontics
• Mechanical polishing to amalgam restorations, clinical crowns and supragingival areas
• Place matrix and wedge
• Remove excess cement
• Fabricate, place, and remove temporary fillings
• Expose and process dental x-ray film
• Give fluoride treatments
• Teach oral hygiene and prosthesis care
• Placement of retraction cord
• Select denture shade and mould
• Place cotton rolls and holders
• Other duties as provided laws of the State of Washington.
• Take and record vital signs and review health history of patients
• Greet/seat patients, adjust chair and prepare patient for maxillofacial prosthodontist
• Sterilize and prepare instruments for set-ups
• Maintain dental records and files, maintain inventory of equipment, and order and maintain clinic supplies.
• Determine and order appropriate implant components for implant restorations.
• Prepare and coordinate dental cases for laboratory pick-ups and deliveries
• Clean and coordinate maintenance of dental operatory and equipment
• May serve as a back-up receptionist as needed
• Include duties of a Dental Assistant 1
• Perform related duties as required

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

• Completion of an accredited training program for dental assistants; AND current certification as a dental assistant (CDA) OR the ability to obtain same within six months; PLUS two years of experience as a dental assistant.  One year of additional dental assistant experience may substitute for required education.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certificate, or ability to obtain within 1 month

Legal Requirements:

• Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant

About the Team

The Department of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Dentistry is the largest teaching department within the School of Dentistry.  The Maxillofacial Prosthetic Service/Practice is within the Department of Restorative Dentistry and works with a multidisciplinary team throughout UW Medicine in management of complex oncological and trauma patients serving Washington and the surrounding Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana. and Idaho region.   Craniofacial implant-retained facial prostheses, obturators, cleft palate speech aid prostheses, implant prostheses, surgical guides and stents, and a wide array of unique and challenging rehabilitation efforts comprise this area of endeavor. Many of these patients need routine and timely prosthodontic care.  Thus, this service provides a wide array of prosthodontic care for these patients, to include, but not limited to restorative care (direct restorations), core build-ups, post and cores, crowns, multi-unit fixed dental prostheses, implant-supported dental prostheses, complete dentures (immediate and remote), partial dentures, routine extractions, and implant placement.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$45,432.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$59,484.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

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):

80.00%

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 committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

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.