Dental Assistant 2 - Dental Sterilization

uw

Seattle, WA, United States
Pyy range minimum: $45,432.00 annual; pyy range ma...
On-site
Perform chairside four-handed dentistry
Operate autoclaves and sterilization equipment
Utilize scanning software for instrument tracking
The UW School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for a Dental Assistant 2

Job Summary

  • The UW School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for a Dental Assistant 2.
  • This role will support multiple School of Dentistry clinics in delivering dental care and will also provide backup support to various predoctoral and graduate clinics.
  • Responsibilities include performing chairside dentistry, managing sterilization processes, operating radiography equipment, and supporting dispensary operations.

Matching Summary

The UW School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for a Dental Assistant 2.

Salary

Pay Range Minimum: $45,432.00 annual; Pay Range Maximum: $59,484.00 annual; Benefits: https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform chairside four-handed dentistry
  • Operate autoclaves and sterilization equipment
  • Utilize scanning software for instrument tracking
  • Clean and prepare treatment areas
  • Conduct biological testing of equipment
  • Inspect, assemble, package, and label instruments

Nice-to-have

  • Provide backup support to clinics
  • Suggest process improvements to leadership
  • Interact professionally with students and workforce
  • Provide excellent customer service to patients

Key Requirements

  • Completion of accredited dental assistant program
  • Current CDA certification or ability to obtain within six months
  • Two years of experience as a dental assistant
  • Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant

Work Rights

Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant

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