Senior Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery & Hospital Dentistry, UMKC School of Dentistry

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Dental Assistant to support oral surgery residents in a dental school clinical setting. This position is designed to assist residents during oral surgery procedures, support patient care within the educational environment, and help maintain efficient clinic operations. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working with residents, faculty, students, and patients. A positive, professional attitude and strong communication skills are essential. This position at UMKC will offer a benefit package for full-time employees.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist oral surgery residents during patient care, surgical and sedation procedures using proper four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Prepare, clean, disinfect, and reset surgical operatories before and after patient care.
• Support resident workflow by ensuring instruments, materials, and supplies are available and properly stocked.
• Stay informed of materials, equipment, and procedures commonly used in oral surgery within an academic setting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow all OSHA, infection control, sterilization, safety, and dress code guidelines in accordance with dental school policies.
• Take radiographs using NOMAD and other imaging equipment as directed by residents or faculty.
• Assist with patient preparation and provide basic pre- and post-operative instructions under the direction of residents or faculty.