Dental Assistant 2, School of Dental Medicine [R0113373] University of Nevada Las Vegas Location: Las Vegas, NV Category: Admin - Health and Medical Services Posted: 12/11/2018 Type: Full-Time Announcement Number: R0113373 The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Dental Assistant 2, School of Dental Medicine [R0113373]. PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,900 faculty and staff that is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a research university with high research activity. UNLV offers a broad range of respected academic programs and is on a path to join the top tier of national public research universities. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment. ROLE of the POSITION Support the day-to-day operation of the School of Dental Medicine Clinical Dental Teams by serving as a Dental Assistant. Under the direction of licensed dentists assigned to the Dental Teams this position using four-handed dentistry assisting techniques assist student doctors and faculty dentist in the completion of various dental procedures. Applies sterile techniques and infectious control and exposure procedures when preparing for, during and upon completion of each dental treatment. Assist student doctors and faculty dentists in the general or specialized treatment of patients in both routine and emergency procedures in areas of diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontal, endodontic, oral surgery and prosthodontic dental care. The following duties must be performed at an advanced level; expose radiographs, retract patient's cheek, tongue or other tissue during a dental procedure; remove the debris that normally accumulates during or after a cleaning or procedure by the dentist using water, compressed air or suction. Assist student doctors in the placement or removal of a rubber dam and the accessories used for its placement. The removal of sutures; must be able to remove excess cement from cemented restorations and orthodontic appliances without the use of a rotary cutting instrument; administer a topical anesthestic in any form except aerosol; able to take various types of impressions. Assist student doctors in the fabrication and placement of temporary crowns and bridges, the retraction of gingival tissue; removal of soft plaque and stain from exposed tooth surfaces, utilizing an appropriate rotary instrument with rubber cup or brush and a suitable polishing agent, the administering of a topical fluoride and the application of pit and fisure sealant to the dentition for the prevention of decay, all of which must be checked and approved by the licensed faculty dentist assigned to the Dental Team before dismissal of patient. Works Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from high school or equivalent education, successful completion of a recognized one-year dental assistant training program, and one year of experience working with the public collecting and recording information and/or explaining and clarifying basic information; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of clinical experience in a dental practice using four-handed techniques in a wide range of procedures, collecting and recording patient's medical information, exposing, processing, mounting and labeling radiographs, and applying dental sterile techniques and infectious control and exposure procedures; OR one year of experience as a Dental Assistant I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. All Dental Assistant positions at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) are required to pass: 1) a background investigation; and 2) a sanction check performed through the National Healthcare Data Bank (NHDB). SALARY Grade 25 Step 1, salary $32,990.40. "Step" means the number assigned by the Division of Human Resource Management to identify a specific rate of pay within a grade. Per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC 284.170), salaries for initial appointments for classified positions typically begin at Step 1. APPLICATION DETAILS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE PRIOR TO THE ANNOUNCED CLOSING DATE BELOW BASED ON VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veteran's or Disabled Veteran's status. All documents should be attached in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The resume must have a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as a part of each job; applicants must demonstrate that they qualify for this position. Education (including High School) and experience must be clearly documented. Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is incomplete. This recruitment will close at midnight (Pacific Standard Time) on December 24, 2018. Materials should be addressed to Search Chair and must be submitted online. We do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with application process, contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or applicant.inquiry@unlv.edu. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number, "R0113373" in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. UNLV is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Required Attachment(s) Attach a cover letter and resume.