Dental Imaging Technician

Job Title

Dental Imaging Technician

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Diagnostic Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

$20.00 hourly

Job Location

Dallas, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment  

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M School of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. 

What we want

The School of Dentistry is looking for a skilled Dental Imaging Technician to serve as a member of the Diagnostic Sciences team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The Dental Imaging Technician is responsible for performing and coordinating receptionist, clerical, dental radiographic acquisition, and various other specified duties in support of clinical operations. This person must be professional while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

What you need to know

Salary: $20 an hour

Work Schedule/Location: This is an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

• One year of related experience in a dental office or similar setting

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of radiographic processes and procedures

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• CPR certified

• TSBDE - Registered Dental Assistant - X-Ray Certification

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• One year of experience with intraoral and extraoral dental radiographs

• Ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred

Responsibilities:
 

Operates dental x-ray equipment

• Makes radiographs including intra-oral and extra-oral;

• Assists faculty/staff with patient treatment related to radiology procedures.

• Provides assistance to predoctoral dental, graduate and dental hygiene students as required.

• Has technical and troubleshooting skills to work with software;

• Sterilizes and organizes dental radiographic instruments and keeping work area sanitized.

• Monitors and reports quality issues of radiographs in the clinic;

• Customer service skills to ensure that patients feel comfortable during their appointment as well as being well informed about radiographic procedure performed.

• Takes inventory/stock in the clinic for supplies

Front office 

• Screens calls and makes appointments

• Assists patients with questionnaires

• Enters data into the electronic patient record, files and records

• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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