"Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Services Assistant, School of Dentistry"

The University of Utah School of Dentistry is seeking to immediately fill an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Assistant position. The OMFS service line manages a high-acuity patient population with complex medical and surgical needs. The OMFS Assistant is a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant patient care within a hospital-integrated environment.

This position will work with oral maxillofacial surgeons to ensure high-quality patient care at our Wakara Way and University Hospital clinics. This is a part-time position (3 days per week), with strong potential for growth.

As a member of the School of Dentistry team you are expected to form positive and productive relationships with peers, students and leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and PROMISE standards of the organization. You are expected to encourage and foster a supportive and compassionate environment for all patients, students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient medical history documentation is complete and regularly updated. Ensure oral surgeons, anesthesia coordinators, and other pertinent parties are informed of patient information prior to surgery or treatment.
• Assist oral surgeons with in-clinic procedures by preparing, identifying, and/or providing appropriate instruments.
• Assist with post-operative wound and follow-up care.
• Coordinate lab testing and follow-up care instructions.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Act to ensure proper infection control, clinic policies, and processes are followed.
• Obtain and upload CBCT images for interpretation.
• Perform routine cleaning, stocking, and equipment maintenance, including but not limited to changing traps, maintaining water unit levels, cleaning chair bases, and stocking supplies.
• Take and record vitals.
• Document treatment notes in the electronic health record (EPIC).

Minimum Qualifications

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Verifiable completion of one (1) of the following: State approved EMT course; One (1) year of Medical Assistant experience in an ambulatory care clinic or other healthcare setting; Medical Assisting education program; or University Hospital Medical Assistant certification program.

Preferences

Medical knowledge with experience in clinical care in a hospital setting.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN43299B; Full Time or Part Time: Part Time; Work Schedule Summary: Monday - Friday. Hours may vary based on clinic needs; Department: 01478 - SOD - EDUCATION; Location: Campus; Pay Rate Range: $20.00 - $24.20; Close Date: 2/13/2026; Open Until Filled.