Dental Dispensary Technician II

Job Summary:

The Dental Dispensary Technician II is responsible for assisting students, faculty, and residents with supplies and instruments for all patient care activity and/or preclinical activity. Responsible and accountable for inventory control of supplies, equipment, and dental instruments. Responsible for maintaining equipment, including minor repairs of equipment. Responsible for assisting with the collection of dirty instruments and assisting with the processing of these instruments. Responsible for the upkeep and order of storage rooms to ensure proper ordering of supplies needed for clinics and to maintain the integrity the supply inventory system. Responsible for maintaining supplies in all clinics, dispensaries and clinical labs.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinic Support - 50% (Essential Function)

• Cleans and decontaminates and provides maintenance of instruments and equipment according to established procedures and techniques
• Ensures proper functioning of equipment
• Cleans sanitizing machines and equipment.
• Maintains a level of sterilized instruments for distribution.

Instrument Preparation - 35% (Essential Function)

• Issues sterile reusable instruments to operatories and clinical units
• Collects used instruments and moves them for sterilization
• Prepares specialized instruments set-ups for residents, faculty and undergraduate students to be used during dental patient treatment.

Monitoring Supplies and Materials - 10% (Essential Function)

• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies, equipment and materials for the clinical area of responsibility.
• Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of dental materials, their use, maintenance and storage.

Clinical Education Support - 5% (Essential Function)

• Support the educational mission of the SDM, including role modeling and coaching students how to function as a dental assistant in both four-handed chairside activities and in clinical operations support.

Other Duties - (Non-essential Function)

On occasion, this position may be assigned other duties or locations needed to help drive to the vision, fulfill the mission, and uphold the organizational values of CU Denver/Anschutz and the SDM.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of dental assisting experience
  
  
  
  • Successful completion of an accredited dental assisting program may substitute for one year of experience. NOTE: If exercising the education substitution, applicants MUST attach a copy of their dental assisting certificate to their application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement.
  
  
  
  
• Must possess current valid CPR and/or BLS certification

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a fast paced dental or orthodontics environment
• Experience with clinical area preparation in a dental clinic and/or office.
• Experience working with students and faculty in a higher education and/or academic medical environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of individuals
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in decision making
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong oral communication skills
• Knowledge of dental terminology and instrumentation
• Knowledge of current dental materials, tools and instruments, and proper use and technique
• Ability to demonstrate a high level, knowledge, and proficiency in all phases of dental assisting
• Familiarity with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five (3-5) professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Jordan Burt, Jordan.Burt@CUAnschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 23^rd.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: $42,951 - $49,828

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.