Dental Assistant II, UMKC School of Dentistry

Hiring Department

UMKC School of Dentistry Dental Clinic

Job Description

We are seeking a Dental Assistant II to assist in our student

pre-doctoral clinic. This position is designed to provide community

patient care as directed by the student doctors as well as provide

patients with knowledge on proper oral care and dental hygiene.

Successful candidates will be team-focused, problem solvers, known

for their ability to build professional relationships with

patients, students and faculty. Must have a positive, proactive

attitude. This position at UMKC will offer a benefit package for

full-time employees.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Assist students during dental patient care. Teach dental

students the objectives of complete auxiliary utilization and

four-handed dentistry. Help students’ clean cubicles after patient

care.

• Clean, disinfect and ready cubicles for patient care.
• Observe all safety, sterilization, dress code, OSHA and

Infection Control guidelines.

• Keep DANB CDA certification current by maintaining 12 hours of

continuing education.

• Take radiographs with NOMAD.
• Keeping day to day supplies in teams always stocked.
• Answering questions or directing the appropriate questions to

the doctors, students and supervisors.

• Keep informed of new materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of

experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities

can be acquired is necessary. Certifications as required by

regulatory agencies is necessary. (Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

certification by DANB )

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of chair-side dental assisting experience is

preferred.

• CDA certification by DANB

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established

as $ 17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not

limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,

skills, and experience, as well as organizational

requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.

The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,

and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: 6

University Title: Dental Assistant II

To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure

you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can

determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile

tile in myHR.

Application Deadline

Application review to begin immediately. Apply today!

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this

position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for university benefits. As part of your

total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits

package designed to support your health, financial security,

work-life balance, and professional growth, including

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your

health, financial security, work-life balance, and professional

growth, including

• Health Programs – including medical, prescription, dental, and

vision insurance

• Retirement Plan (8% match)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance (75% reduction)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• For additional information on University benefits, please visit

the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .