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Dental Assistant, Prosthodontics - Penn Dental Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
![]() Dental Assistant, Prosthodontics - Penn Dental Medicine University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Dental Assistant, Prosthodontics - Penn Dental Medicine Job Profile Title Dental Assistant B Job Description Summary Penn Dental Medicine's Prosthodontics team is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant who will prepare and maintain dental operatories, assist the dentists chairside, sterilize instruments, take radiographs, and may also be asked to work at the front desk if requested. The ideal candidate will maintain, order, store & dispose of supplies & materials & work collaboratively with laboratory teams to track lab cases, maintain the milling machines & enforce policies & protocols for department compliance & accreditation. The Advanced Specialty Education Program in Prosthodontics, established in 2017, is the latest addition to the Graduate Dental Education Programs at Penn Dental Medicine. The Advanced Specialty Education Program in Prosthodontics at the University of Pennsylvania is designed to prepare graduates to excel in clinical practice, research, and teaching within the specialty of Prosthodontics. The program begins on July 1, and continues through 36 calendar months. Job Description Greet patients, work collaboratively with faculty, staff & residents to set-up patients according to dental accreditation, safety & infection control standards. Thoroughly clean chair & flush lines, set-up & break down operatories, clean prosthodontic instruments, accurately take X-rays (CBCT, PAs, PANs, Intraoral Scanning)/, & prepare presentations and curriculum materials. Assist chair-side utilizing 4-handed technique with patient treatments (restorative and surgical phases). Coordinate iBook procedures & updates to department content/procedures using various technologies. Maintain, order, store & dispose of supplies & materials & work collaboratively with laboratory teams to track lab cases, maintain the milling machines & enforce policies & protocols for department compliance & accreditation. Inventory coordination & reconciliation of spreadsheets/databases as needed for accurate record keeping using various systems with accuracy & precision. Takes responsibility for all work activities & personal actions; follows through on commitments; implements decisions that have been agreed upon; maintains confidentiality with sensitive information; acknowledges & learns from mistakes without blaming others; recognizes the impact of one's behavior on others. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School diploma/GED required. Technical school, certification, training or apprenticeship required beyond high school and 3 - 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Previous dental assistant working experience with solid understanding of dental terminology, treatments & procedures is required. Competencies: Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent speaking voice; proper grammar, diction, enunciation and tone. Excellent listening and organization skills; ability to multi-task. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and written within all levels. Ability to work with others in a collaborative and professional manner; teamwork is essential. Ability to adapt to change and meet the unexpected needs and demands. Must be accountable, dependable, independent, motivated, punctual, reliable and flexible. Must exhibit excellent work ethic and maintain honesty and integrity. Working knowledge of dental management systems, preferably axiUm. Experience in consumer-side healthcare environment. Ability to handle complex and confidential information with discretion. Competency using a variety of computer applications, including MS Office suite, iBooks and other instructional media. Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School School of Dental Medicine Pay Range $16.60 - $21.50 Hourly Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. University Benefits
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Penn-Dental-at-Schattner-Center/Dental-Assistant--Prosthodontics---Penn-Dental-Medicine_JR00102476-1 Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-9616ce31f9ce7f4a8b839b96a409025c
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About University of Pennsylvania
Penn has a long and proud tradition of intellectual rigor and pursuit of innovative knowledge, begun by Benjamin Franklin in 1740. That tradition lives today through the creativity, entrepreneurship, and engagement of our faculty, students, and staff. Academic life at Penn is unparalleled, with an undergraduate student body of 10,000 from every U.S. state and around the world. The entering class of 2015 is the most talented and diverse in Penn's history. Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the country, Penn welcomes an additional 10,000 students to our top-ranked graduate and professional schools.
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