Dental Assistant - Student Clinics

Posted: Tuesday, 05 August 2025
Valid Thru: Thursday, 04 September 2025
Index Requested on: 08/05/2025 19:34:19
Indexed on: 08/05/2025 19:34:19

Location: Oklahoma City, OK, 73101, US

Industry: Education
Occupational Category: 15-0000.00 - Computer and Mathematics
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

University of Oklahoma is hiring!

Description:

Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU HSC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building world-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer. OU College of Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant to join the team! The Dental Assistant will be Responsible for inventory procurement, receiving, maintenance, and distribution.

Duties:

  • Provides chair side dental assistance, prepares and sterilizes equipment
  • Document patient care and take and develop x-rays
  • May provide administrative assistance
  • Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures to include but not limited to placement of bases and liners and placement and removal of rubber dams, insertion, finishing, and removal of temporary restorations
  • Prepares set-up trays for anesthetic, operative, prosthetic, periodontal, prophylactic, endodontic, and orthodontic dentistry
  • Prepares dental equipment and materials for treatment
  • Takes and develops dental radiographs (x-rays)
  • Performs patient charting as instructed by the dentist
  • Follows infection control protocol and prepares and sterilizes instruments and equipment
  • Greets patient and gets them situated in the treatment room
  • Provides patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures
  • Takes impressions of patient's teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
  • May perform office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
  • Schedules appointments, answers phones, data entry, and orders supplies
  • Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Required education: High School Diploma or GED.

Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
  • Ability to provide patient care and customer service
  • Ability to multitask
  • Must have a professional and positive attitude

Certifications:

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)
  • Current Oklahoma Dental Assistant Permit or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire

Working Conditions:

  • Physical:
    • Standing for long periods of time.
    • Manual dexterity.
    • Speaking, walking, stooping, and bending.
  • Environmental:
    • Clinic Environment
    • Exposure to airborne particles, chemicals and infectious materials
    • Use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, masks, and eyewear
    • Frequent hand washing and strict adherence to sterilization procedures.

Department Preferences:

  • 0-3 years experience as a dental assistant

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Benefits:

Please see the job description for benefits.

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