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University of Pennsylvania
Dental Assistant, Penn Dental Family Practice
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in
Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research,
and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks
among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World
Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide
opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education,
all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to
scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked
nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes
who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of
Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban
campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and
recreational activities. With its historical significance and
landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of
atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for
work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes
excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their
families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of
professional development opportunities, supportive work and family
benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources,
and much more.
Posted Job Title
Dental Assistant, Penn Dental Family Practice
Job Profile Title
Dental Assistant B
Job Description Summary
Penn Dental Medicine's Family Practice (PDFP) is interested in
hiring the best and the brightest DENTAL ASSISTANTS who are looking
to broaden their skill sets and gain valuable experience in the art
and science of the dental field. As a member of the PDFP family,
individuals are provided the opportunity to work alongside a team
whose mission is to provide quality dental care which exceeds
Be ready to have a voice on a highly collaborative team
Stay thirsty and always seek to learn and improve upon patient
service and clinical practice
Penn Dental Family Practice is comprised of over 35 doctors, 15
dental hygienists, 22 dental assistants, 17 staff AND GROWING!
Together, the team works collaboratively to provide multi-specialty
care utilizing leading techniques in patient care.
Penn Dental Family Practice has an ongoing need for Dental
Assistants across many different departments. This posting
describes the basic responsibilities and requirements for a dental
assistant role. If you meet the qualifications outlined below and
have an interest in being considered as positions become available,
please apply to this posting. Your information will be reviewed,
and you will be contacted if we would like to encourage you to
apply to a future posting or if we would like to learn more about
your background.
Experience in supporting dental care delivery including preparation
of treatment rooms, setting up patient instruments and materials,
passing instruments and performing procedures in compliance with
the dental practice is preferred.
Seeking all specialties. Experience with periodontics, oral surgery
and orthodontics preferred.
seating, and obtaining medical history and patient vitals, and
draping patient.
Provides information to patients and employees by answering
questions and requests.
on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
radiographic studies; pouring, trimming, and polishing study
casts.
fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing
removable appliances.
control instructions, presents and explains treatment plants to
patients, demonstrates effective communication to bridge the gap
between a pending treatment plan and a completed treatment plan,
provides postoperative instructions and schedules and subsequent
visits.
information confidential.
infection-control policies and protocols.
procedures, rules, and regulations.
maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply,
and emergency telephone directory.
needed to accomplish job results; monitors inventory; maintains
proper usage and operations of equipment.
educational workshops; reviewing professional publications;
establishing personal networks; participating in professional
societies.
positions.
assigned.
exceeding patient and team expectations
roles, assignments and duties
participant in the growth and success of the practice
sustainable impact, and provide value-added service to patients and
team
ability to connect and build relationships with team members/peers
and patients
convey skills, knowledge and qualifications to patients
High School and minimum of 3 years of practical experience in a
dental care facility or equivalent combination of education and
experience is required.
children: as determined through Pennsylvania Criminal Background
Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Finger Printing
Database is required.
on the operational needs of the Penn Dental Family
Practice.
Salary with commensurate with experience.
Penn Dental Family Practice is the multispecialty dental practice
of Penn Dental Medicine. With general dentists as well as
specialists, patients can receive your comprehensive care for all
your dental needs within each of the two practice locations.
Patients benefit from a team of experts who practice using the
leading techniques and technologies in dentistry and who are
committed to providing compassionate, personalized care.
At Penn Dental Medicine, our students are among the nation's best,
and they are matched in quality by the high level of instruction
and research among our faculty. Our research encompasses all the
basic and clinical sciences, and Penn's emphasis on
interdisciplinary scholarship encourages collaborations across
disciplines. Our clinical care brings the latest techniques and
technologies to patients within our teaching clinics and faculty
practice.
years of experience or equivalent combination of education and
experience is required.
Job Location - City, State
,
Department / School
School of Dental Medicine
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications,
experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the
requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges
based on external market data for the job's level. Internal
organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,
color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin
(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship
status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected
under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is
made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the
requirements of the job.
University Benefits
offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health,
dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your
family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending
accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care
expenses with pre-tax dollars.
benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get
tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also
eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and
Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a
pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment
options through TIAA and Vanguard.
substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the
year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal
affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with
family-whatever your personal needs may be.
Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family
members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the
costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community
or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you
won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to
underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always
provide proof of good health and are subject to
underwriting.
supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing
demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide
variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health,
your family, and your work-life balance.
array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and
professionally.
you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as
cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the
University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our
arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at
Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest
music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn
Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member
of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the
excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these
activities for free.
entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great
deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and
cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission
and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy
substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars
from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie
tickets, and admission to theme parks.
creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance
between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use
of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job
structures.
loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or
currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for
closing costs or home improvements.
employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal
adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up
to two adoptions in your household.
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,
color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin
(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship
status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected
under applicable federal, state, or local law.
To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Dental-Assistant--Penn-Dental-Family-Practice_JR00083802
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