Temporary Dental Assistant

Temporary Dental Assistant – 39506 University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: SDM-Diagnostic Sciences and Surgical
Dentistry

Job Title: Temporary Dental Assistant

Position # 00820014 Req#
39506

This is a Temporary position limited to no more than 9-months.

The School of Dental Medicine (SDM) welcomes applications for temporary Dental Care Assistants to work in all
specialized dentistry areas. The position requires extensive, diverse and progressively responsible experience, including direct
responsibility for providing four-handed chair side dental assistance in all specialized dentistry (i.e., oral and maxillofacial surgery,
periodontics, endodontics, and restorative), patient preparation and positioning, clinical area preparation, use of sterile techniques and
performing infection control procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient preparation and positioning;
• clinical area preparation;
• use of sterile techniques and infection control procedures;
• maintain patient data and
  records;
• perform and develop dental radiographs;
• Performs appropriate aseptic and sterilization techniques.
• Prepares specialized instruments setups for undergraduate students, residents and faculty to be used during dental patient treatment.
• Inspects appropriate instruments/tools for good condition/working order.
• Performs dental intraoral and extraoral radiographs
  using appropriate technique, x-ray equipment and safety equipment.
• Develops, mounts and identifies radiographic films.
• Troubleshoots the scanner to make sure films are being developed with high quality Work Location: Onsite
  – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO. Why Join Us:

  The University of
  Colorado School of Dental Medicine is nationally recognized for the quality of its educational programs, its interdisciplinary research and
  its excellent clinical care programs that contribute to the health and well-being of many of Colorado’s most underserved citizens. We are
  invested in creating career pathways, learning and development opportunities, and developing people infrastructures to support the
  workforce.

  Qualifications:

  Minimum Qualifications:

  
  
  • Two years of dental
    assisting experience
  • Successful completion of an accredited dental assisting program may substitute for one year of experience.
    NOTE: If exercising the education substitution, applicants MUST attach a copy of their dental assisting certificate to
    their application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement.
  
  

  Applicants must meet minimum qualifications
  at the time of hire.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  
  
  • Possess current valid CPR and/or BLS certification
  • Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist License
  • Recent experience working in a fast-paced dental environment
  • Experience with clinical area preparation in a dental clinic and/or office.
  • Experience taking x-rays
  • Experience
    performing and developing digital dental radiographs.
  • Experience in sterilizing dental tools, instruments and equipment.
  • Experience working with students and faculty in a higher education and/or academic medical environment
  • Experience working
    with multiple doctors
  
  

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the
    ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of individuals
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Excellent time
    management skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong oral communication skills
  • Knowledge of dental
    terminology and instrumentation
  • Knowledge of current dental materials, tools and instruments, and proper use and technique
  • Familiarity with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
    How to Apply: For full consideration, please submit
    the following document(s):
    

    1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications
    and interest in the position

    
    
    

    2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

    
    
    

    Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

    
    
    

    Questions
    should be directed to: SDMHR, sdmhr@cuanschutz.edu

    Screening of Applications Begins:

    This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as
    they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate selection, the posting will
    be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

    
    
    Anticipated Pay Range:

    The hiring range
    for this position has been established at:

    
    
    

    $25.00 to $28.00 / hour.

    The above hiring range represents the
    University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The salary of the finalist(s)
    selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education,
    specialty and training.

    Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Temporary employees are only
    eligible for sick leave benefits.

    
    
    Equal
    Employment Opportunity Statement:

    The
    University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
    nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we
    encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

    ADA
    Statement:
    

    The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment
    application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
    Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.Background Check Statement:

    
    
    

    The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe
    and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations
    for all prospective employees.

    Vaccination Statement:

    CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the
    COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you
    work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz,
    you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or
    volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll
    in the occupational health medical
    surveillance program.
    Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Job Category
    : Professional Support
    Services Primary Location
    : Aurora Department: U0001 — Anschutz Med Campus or Denver – 20423 – SDM-Dept Surgical Dentistry
    Schedule
    : Full-time Posting Date
    : Apr 2, 2026 Unposting Date
    : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: SDMHR Posting
    Contact Email: sdmhr@cuanschutz.edu
    Position Number: 00820014

    
    
    

    To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39506&lang=en

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