Senior Dental Assistant - Prosthodontics

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM) offers one of the most forward-looking educational environments in dental medicine in the country. Since its founding in 1868, TUSDM has been committed to leadership in education, patient care, research, and community service. Students obtain an interdisciplinary education, integrated with medicine, with access to training in dental specialties. Clinics managed at TUSDM provide quality comprehensive care to more than 20,000 individuals annually. Nationally and internationally, the school promotes health and educational programs and researches new procedures, materials, and technologies to improve oral health.

Under limited supervision, the Senior Dental Assistant will perform advanced and more specialized technical
procedures assisting general dentists and specialty dentist's chair side. The Senior Dental Assistant may complete
expanded duties and functions.

Basic Requirements:

• Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through completion of a High School Diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of experience.
• Massachusetts Dental Assistant License.
• Radiology Certification.
• Experience with patient care system.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Familiarity with clinical care, institution, or university experience.
• Demonstrate willingness to articulate creative and innovative ideas for improving daily clinical activities, and laboratory procedures.

Special Work Schedule Requirements:
This is a full-time 40 hours per week position.