Senior Dental Assistant

Provides chair-side dental assistance to students, faculty and residents in the Dental Clinic for dental procedures. Fills out and updates pertinent patient information in the correct charts/systems. Makes sure equipment and room are sterilized and ready for patient and faculty/students/residents.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years experience performing chair side dental assistance.

Equivalency/Substitution: Possession of a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential may be substituted for 1 year of dental assisting experience

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Current Oklahoma Dental Assistant Permit or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Current CPR Certification
• Required to have 2 of the 4 Certifications from Oklahoma Board of Dentistry:
  • Radiation Protection and Safety
  • Coronal Polishing and Topical Fluoride
  • Placement of Pit and Fissure Sealants
  • Assisting in the Administration of Nitrous Oxide

Department Preferences

Bilingual