Extra Help – Dental Assistant I – Dental Clinics

Extra Help – Dental Assistant I – Dental Clinics

This Position is temporary, non-benefits eligible, and is limited to 900 hours.

Hiring Department: Dental Clinics

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1027968

Work Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm

Hours per Week: 40 

# of Positions: 12

Workplace Type: On-Site 

Posting Close Date: 1/15/2025

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Position Summary

The UIC College of Dentistry is seeking reliable, enthusiastic, self-starting individuals who are looking to enter the field of oral health as an Extra Help Dental Assistant I and participate in the Summer 2025 Cohort of our Dental Assistant Pathway Program (DAPP). The Summer 2025 Cohort will begin in May 2025. 

The College of Dentistry was awarded a 3-year grant from the Otho S. A. Sprague Memorial Institute to support the launch of an Extra Help Dental Assistant Pathway Program (DAPP), an employee training program that provides young adults, community members, and other individuals interested in the oral health field with a pathway to advance their career as a dental assistant. Through a combination of asynchronous online instruction, in-person classroom lectures, and clinical rotations, participants will receive 15 weeks of foundational training that will prepare them for the Dental Assisting National Board Examination while employed at the College of Dentistry.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides chair-side and other assistance to dental students in performing routine and surgical procedures including preparing equipment and areas for dental procedures.

Help/assist patients receiving treatment in the clinic in a polite and professional manner this includes assisting them with instructions and screening appointments.

Arranges equipment, pre-tray setups, dental materials and supplies, and patient records.

Assists supervisor in the ordering, stocking, inventory and distribution of supplies; ensures supplies and equipment are clean and put away after use.

Keep a running inventory of supplies and materials and order as necessary to ensure the areas are always equipped.

Make certain that all units/stations are prepared for patient treatment meeting OSHA requirements.

Notifying supervisors of any malfunctioning equipment in need or repairs.

Responsible for a high level of asepsis in the clinic.

Reports on malfunctioning operatory or x-ray equipment to appropriate personnel; helps identify and report general maintenance problems in the clinic.

Obtains digital x-rays, processes and mounts dental radiographs as requested.

Communicates directly with patients as guided by the student or instructors/faculty; communicates in an appropriate and positive manner to guide and re-assure patients, as well as support the patient care mission of the institution.

Prepares, organizes and packs instruments for sterilization.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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