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Research Dental Assistant

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Position Title Research Dental Assistant
Classification Title Patient Care Technician
Department Microbiome Center
Posting Number R230210
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/44797
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Clerical/Technical
Type Part-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade N.4
Posting Detail Information

Position Summary
The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine Clinical Research Facility is seeking a highly motivated, team oriented and energetic Dental Assistant to support clinical research studies.

This part time position duties include:
  • Assist clinical research operations including oral examinations, clinical data recording and sample collection as outlined in IRB-approved clinical protocols and adhering to proper infection control protocols and procedures.
  • Assist during treatment procedures such as prophylaxes and scaling and root planing as required by study protocols.
  • Perform room set-up and break-down and be responsible for sterilization of dental instruments.
  • Obtain and review/update Health History, Dental History and Life Style History, and take vitals if needed.
  • Assist with recruitment, consent and retention of study participants and other research studies activities as needed.
  • Help with scheduling of participants. (ie: making appointments, returning phone calls and answering phones).
  • Assist with record keeping and data entry of participants conditions and treatments.
  • Assist in the acquisition of dental x-rays
  • Maintain equipment protocols. Including but not limited to: Dental units, autoclave units, dental handpieces.
  • Assist in inventory control. Help with insuring clinic has all supplies needed and re- ordering of all dental and research supplies as required.


About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma and 3 years of experience in Dental Assisting
  • Graduated from an accredited program in Dental Assisting with 1 year of experience in Dental Assisting
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience working in clinical research studies
  • DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
  • CPR Certification (Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider)
  • Strong phone skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, Axium and RedCap
Physical Demands
  • This position requires standing for long periods
  • Using hands or fingers to manipulate or handle
  • Regularly walking between offices/operatories
  • Reaching with hands or arms.
Salary Range $15,000 - $21,000
Additional Salary Information
Work Hours
20 hours per week
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Campus South Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
In compliance with 10 NYCRR 2.61, Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information

Contact's Name Dr. Patricia Diaz
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Professor
Contact's Email pidiazmo@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-829-5822
Posting Dates

Posted 08/29/2023
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 09/25/2023
References

Number of references required 1
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents