Certified Dental Assistant 2
4 weeks ago
Staff - Union
Job Category
CUPE 116
Job Profile
CUPE 116 Salaried - Dental Assistant 2
Job Title
Certified Dental Assistant 2
Department
Dental Clinic | Faculty of Dentistry
Compensation Range
$5,012.00 - $5,441.00 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
December 2, 2024
**Note**: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
Why join the UBC Faculty of Dentistry?
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. The University of British Columbia is consistently recognized as one of BC's top employers, one of Canada's greenest employers, best diversity employers, and top employers for young people. The Dental Clinic at UBC uses state-of-the-art technology and an innovative architectural design to create a sophisticated, efficient space for learning, community service and research.
**Some of the many benefits of working at UBC include**:
Comprehensive benefits package with paid sick leave, extended health, dental and pension plans.
Opportunity for advancement and regular scheduled pay increases
Grow your career with professional development opportunities and funding.
Healthy Workplace Initiatives including counselling and innovative wellness services are available.
Access to exclusive discount offers for UBC staff.
Job Summary
This position is one of support to facilitate the operation of the dental school in a fast paced environment. It will involve chairside assisting, but also sterilization and preparation of instruments and supplies for dental students.
Organizational Status
This position
- Dental Assistant II, would report to - Dental Assistant III or IV, who reports to the Clinic Director
- Dr. Andrea Esteves, who reports to the Dean.
Work Performed
- Setting up instruments and equipment for dental procedures
- Assist faculty and students for chairside dental assisting
- Assisting in the dispensary with the disinfection and sterilization of supplies and instruments. Instrument reprocessing on a large scale. Loading washers, disinfecting equipment, and using autoclaves to sterilize instruments with adherence to CSA (Canadian Standards Association) protocols
- Dispensing and re-stocking of supplies and materials to dental students
- Preparing for and assisting during clinical demonstrations
- Cleaning cubicles, dispensaries, and lab areas
- Performing other related duties as required
Would work in the clinic and the Central Sterilization and Dispensary area.
Work around the sink area, sterilizers and ultrasonic units.
Lighting is good; floor is concrete, some anti-fatigue matting throughout.
Hazards
- instrument cassettes are heavy, lifting of cassettes involved, and loading and unloading of trolleys. Very hot temperatures in the sterilizers, proper mitts to be worn when unloading. Disinfection solutions are varied
- phenol, glutaraldehyde, isopropyl alcohol
- gloves to be worn.
Handling of used instrument cassettes could be hazardous.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Work would be checked by a Dental Assistant III or IV. If an error occurred, possible damage to hand pieces, instruments and equipment. If incorrect decisions were made it would impact on the clinic functioning properly the next day. Proper sterilization and disinfection is vital to patient care and student curriculum requirements.
Supervision Received
Would be supervised by a Dental Assistant III or Dental Assistant IV's.
Supervision Given
None
Minimum Qualifications
B.C. dental assistant certification and current license is required. High School graduation and completion of dental assistant program. Two years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work toward consensus and effectively resolve differences. Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of clients/students/faculty/colleagues. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment. Ability to learn new computer programs and use computers effectively. Ability to exercise tact and discretion. Ability to gather, record, and organize information.
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