Registered Dental Assistant I

Extended Job Title

Registered Dental Assistant I

Instititution

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691007 - Abilene Middleton Unit

Position Description

Under direct supervision, supports dental care delivery by
preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments and materials.
Provides assistance to faculty, residents and students in
respective clinic in accordance with the State Dental Practice Act.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with
procedures, rules and regulations.

Requisition ID

40510BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the
individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring
department

Major/Essential Functions
• Assist dentist or hygienist at chair side.
• Administer Plaque Index test and provides oral hygiene
instructions to patients.
• Gathers charts, equipment and supplies in a timely manner for
use during dental appointments.
• Practices infection control procedures according to policy
guidelines in Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Exposes and develops dental x-rays; will be proficient with the
use of the EVAsoft Dental Imaging Software.
• Counts instruments and sharps and maintains logs of use.
• Documents information into dental record of care; will assist
with the typing of the doctor's patient treatment notes for
inclusion into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Answers routine questions and refers others to the
dentist.
• Takes vital signs and records information in record prior to
invasive procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Aligns with Values Based Culture.

About Managed Care:

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery
service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients
within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide
medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22
facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our
values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC
Managed Care by visiting our website HERE .

This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that
reflects the Values
of TTUHSC :
• ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our
mission
• KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping
hands, and a positive attitude
• INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is
looking
• VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a
pioneering spirit
• BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining
moments

Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best
benefits in
the state of Texas:
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Training
• Continuing Education
• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Retiree Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Leadership Program
• State Pension

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the
individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring
department

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Will discuss during interview

Work Location

Abilene

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

Abilene Middleton Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the
individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring
department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional
information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at
https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Job Group

Skilled Technicians

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without
regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age,
disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

High School or equivalent. One (1) year of related experience or
completion of an approved dental assistant course is required.
Dental Assistant registry with the Texas State Board of Dental
Examiners.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and
universities participating in federal financial aid programs to
maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security
information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish
and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime
Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and
employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website
at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx
.

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