Dental Assistant 2, Dental Sciences (8096)
Pocatello - Main
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
Job Description
To perform fundamental and expanded duties assisting a licensed dentist; perform clerical functions associated with a dental office; perform related work.
Examples of Duties
1. Dental procedures.
- Under supervision of a licensed dentist: Fundamental
- Retracts patient's cheek, tongue, and other tissue
- Removes water syringes
- Takes, exposes, and develops x-rays of the mouth, gums, jaws, and/or teeth
- Applies topical medications
- Places rubber dams in patient's mouth
- Removes excess cement from and adjacent to crowns, bridges, and orthodontic bands
- Places matrix bands
- Performs dietary and salivary analysis, demonstrates oral care procedures and techniques
- Removes and replaces ligature wires
- Removes sutures
- Charts patient's mouth
- Performs infection control procedures flushes evacuation system with chemical cleansers
- Places and removes temporary restorations
- Mechanically polishes restorations
- Monitors patient while nitrous oxide is being administered
- Applies pit and fissure sealants
- After examination by a dentist and removal of calculus by a dentist or dental hygienist
- Practices cornal polishing to remove soft substances from the teeth with pumice or other abrasive
2. Office procedures.
- Completes reports on patient treatment, x-rays, days of operation, and fees charged
- Completes admittance sheets and insurance forms
- Keeps records of services rendered
- Keeps dental records current with medical history
- Schedules recalls and other appointments
- Compiles data for budget preparation
- Researches prices and equipment specifications
- Orders supplies and equipment and keeps accurate inventory
- Orders repairs on dental equipment
- Delivers and picks up material for dental lab
3. Leadwork.
- Some positions may monitor the work of incumbents in the Dental Assistant 1 classification
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
- Performing fundamental and expanded duties of a dental assistant
- Completing dental radiographs and alginate impressions
- Completing dental charting and notations
- Performing clerical duties associated with a dental office
MQ Specialties
- Some positions may require Spanish and English speaking skills
Additional Information
ISU minimum for this classification is $16.00/hour. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. To be considered for this opportunity, apply by midnight on March 27, 2024. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
Posting Number: req2181
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Classified Staff
Division: Division of Health Sciences
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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