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Indiana University

Dental Assistant

Indianapolis

FULL TIME

September 18, 2024

Department

DENTISTRY-PERIODONTICS (IN-DSPA-IUINA)

Department Information

The Indiana University School of Dentistry has been advancing oral health in the state and beyond since1879,when it was founded as the Indiana Dental College. Over the past 140 years, we've become a national leader in preparing oral health professionals, conducting innovative research that has an impact on patients and the profession, and providing patient-centered care.

Job Summary

Assists with patient care including setting up instruments, supplies, and materials for necessary procedures
Sits chair-side to pass instruments and supports direct patient care as indicated by procedure
Complies with infection control procedures by stripping, disinfecting, and bagging unit after patient care provided
Enters findings and procedure information in patient chart as directed by faculty and students and reviews entries to ensure accuracy
Requests instruments and supplies from other departments as directed by coordinator
Inventories and restocks supplies (all) and instruments

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required

High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE
Required

Completion of dental assisting training program; OR
6 months of dental assisting experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required

Radiology License within 6 months from date of hire

SKILLS
Required

Possesses strong technical aptitude
Demonstrated customer service skills
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires sedentary work as well as extended durations of moving about the workplace. It requires the ability to move objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and the ability to discern between various objects and devices and to position patients. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

IU Indianapolis Campus

Advertised Salary

$35,360 - $36,067 annually based on experience

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Foundational
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Health Services
Job Family: Dentistry
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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Campus Safety and Security

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Telephone: 812-856-1234

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