Dental Assistant II

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required;

Graduated from an accredited Dental Assistant School, Radiology certificate;

3-5 years' experience;

Knowledge of Dental procedures and terminology;

Ability to operate various forms of dental equipment;

Ability to maintain Sterile technique and an understanding and practice of HIPAA requirements;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel and Outlook

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Demonstrate professionalism;

Strong customer service skills including the ability to assess inquiries and provide appropriate information using judgment and available resources, and proven ability to maintain confidentiality;

Ability to coordinate and prioritize work with multiple and conflicting demands in a deadline-oriented environment;

Demonstrate ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;

Demonstrate commitment to working with diverse populations

Physical Requirements:

Seeing: 75 – 100%

Hearing: 75-100%

Standing/Climbing/Mobility: 75-100%

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0 – 24 % (pound: 25 lbs.)

Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 75 – 100%

Travel: No

Exposure to Blood Borne pathogens: Yes

AAP/EEO Statement:

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Disclosure Statement: 

This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required.  Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE.  Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.