OMFS Dental Assistant Specialist - Trainee Path Available!

Are you passionate about oral surgery and eager to be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of dentistry? The Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Dental Assistant Specialist to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with dental students, residents, and faculty, providing essential care and assistance in surgical settings.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

As a Dental Assistant, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the team in a wide range of oral and maxillofacial procedures.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Direct Patient Care

• Deliver direct patient care as expected by the Oral and Maxillofacial Division
• Provide dental-related information to potential or current patients
• Provide chairside assistance to dental students, residents, and faculty. This includes consults, post-operative appointments, exposing dental radiographs, removal of sutures and dressings, assistance with various surgical procedures involving local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, IV sedation, and general anesthesia (with proper certification)
• Monitor patients recovering from IV sedation and general anesthesia

Other duties as assigned

• Set up and take down operatories before and after procedures, prepare and sterilize instruments
• Assume responsibilities of understanding emergency procedures and operation of emergency equipment
• Stock supplies in operatories or other areas as needed
• Possess strong working knowledge of medications used in the clinic and assist or be present in the acknowledgment of counting of materials, sedation products, or other items as directed
• Perform daily, weekly, and quarterly preventative maintenance on instruments, equipment, and handpieces
• Other essential duties as assigned

Required (must document on resume):

• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assisting program
• Current DANB certification **
• Minnesota Dental Assistant license **
• DAANCE certification **
• Allied Sedation certification **

**New graduates or trainees are welcome to apply! We offer a training pathway that allows you to complete your certifications while working with our expert team. Candidates must obtain State of Minnesota Licensure and DANB certification within 4 months of hire and/or Allied sedation and DAANCE certifications within 6 months of hire.

Preferred:

• 1+ years of experience in an Oral Surgery or general clinic with oral surgery practices
• Experience in an educational or training environment, working alongside dental students or residents
• Knowledge or experience with Oral Surgery practices (externship experience considered)
• Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced, high-pressure situations
• Strong team player with a willingness to learn and grow within the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Confidence in responding to medical emergencies and following proper protocol

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education.

We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. We offer advanced degree programs in seven ADA-recognized specialties: endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics and TMD and orofacial pain. We educate scholars in oral biology, dental hygiene and oral health for older adults. Dentists from other countries who wish to practice in the United States matriculate through our Program for Advanced Standing Students. Learners have the option to pursue a Masters in Public Health or a PhD alongside their DDS degree.

We are the only dental hygiene program in the state associated with a dental school. Offering programs at the baccalaureate and master of science level, our integrated program prepares oral health professionals to collaborate from their first day in the profession.

We became the first dental school in the nation to educate dental therapists in 2009. Dental therapists perform basic preventative services, drill and restore teeth for children and adults and remove primary teeth under the supervision of a licensed dentist. As of 2023, we have graduated 91 dental therapists from the program.

Our work affects virtually every person in Minnesota. We educate approximately 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of licensed dental therapists, and 49% of dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test restorative materials used by dentists around the world. We provide critical oral health care with more than 100,000 patient visits in our campus clinics and more than 16,000 patient visits at outreach sites in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,1000 practicing dental professionals each year.

The School of Dentistry is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams, perspectives, and backgrounds create a strong and creative team that best serves the University's many communities, on campus and beyond. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, veterans, and members of historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply.

For more information, please visit our website, dentistry.umn.edu

Pay Range: $27.51-$34.33/hour, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).