Dental Assistant - (260007HS)
The Dental Assistant works on behalf of the patient and the dentist, helping to assure a high level of professional excellence in oral health care delivery. What You Will Do
Understand and manage the daily clinical schedule to ensure on-time appointments and the maintenance of production goalsManage clinical patient flow to ensure the most efficient and effective care for every patientEnsure that the appropriate clinical practice guidelines are consistently followedCarefully sterilize and disinfect all instruments and equipmentPrepare treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups for dental proceduresGreet and prepare patients for treatment; employ high-level customer service skillsEffectively and safely capture intra- and extra-oral dental radiography and photosProactively assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures, utilizing 4-handed assisting techniquesUnderstand the scope of the treatment for each appointment, and prepare appropriately for all daily proceduresConduct work in compliance with organizational policies and procedures, safety, and regulatory guidelinesRecord medical and dental histories of patientsAccurately record treatment information, both completed and proposed, in patients electronic medical fileMaintain an organized and efficient clinical work-space; ensure instruments, equipment, and supplies are “at the ready” in case of unexpected needParticipate in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals by working efficiently and providing a high level of patient serviceProvide patient education and educational materialsMaintain the proper level of clinical product/material stock in accordance with established office standardsAdditional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and Graduate of accredited Dental Assisting Program (Preferred) Work Experience
1+ years Of experience in a clinical setting (Preferred) and Pediatric Dental specialty experience (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Good communication skills (Required proficiency) Well-developed Patient-Flow and Schedule management skills (Preferred proficiency) Ability to perform detailed work according to established formats and protocols (Required proficiency) Conscientious, task-oriented, work mentality (Required proficiency) Ability to perform detailed work according to the practice’s established clinical and office policies (Required proficiency) Good ambidextrous coordination and balance (Required proficiency) General computer and keyboard skills, knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite (Required proficiency) General CDT Procedure Code knowledge (Preferred proficiency) Ability to multi-task and work with interruptions (Required proficiency) Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with patients and demonstrate a friendly attitude, even while under pressure (Required proficiency) Advanced CDT Procedure Code knowledge (Preferred proficiency) Dental practice management software knowledge (Preferred proficiency) Working knowledge of dental equipment and instrumentation (Required proficiency) Knowledge of sterilization equipment and protocols (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire) Current State of Ohio Dental Radiographer’s License (Required) Physical Demands
Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements
10% May be required to fill in at our hospital location
: United States-Ohio-Cleveland
11100 Euclid Avenue
11100 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland 44106
: Technician / Patient Care
: Rainbow_Babies_&_Childrens_Hospitals_UHC
: Full-time
: Regular - ShiftDays
: Standard
: Entry Level
: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Remote Work: No
: Oct 14, 2026, 12:04:54 PM
Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of 23 hospitals (including 5 joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. The system’s flagship quaternary care, academic medical center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Oxford University and the Technion Israel Institute of Technology. The main campus also includes the UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the nation; UH MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. UH is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research programs in the nation, with more than 3,000 active clinical trials and research studies underway. UH Cleveland Medical Center is perennially among the highest performers in national ranking surveys, including “America’s Best Hospitals” from U.S. News & World Report. UH is also home to 19 Clinical Care Delivery and Research Institutes. UH is one of the largest employers in Northeast Ohio with more than 30,000 employees.
