Dental Assistant Manager Position Control Number DM-25-910-01
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance and employee well-being. Our benefits include:
- Time Off: Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days, plus 17 paid Federal holidays. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving off, as well as a full winter break from Christmas Day through New Year’s Day.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance options.
- Retirement: 401(k) with a competitive employer match of up to 6%.
- Work Schedule: Consistent Monday through Friday hours, with no weekend work.
We prioritize flexibility, health, and financial security, creating an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.
Daily scheduling of assistant coverage throughout the School of Dentistry.
Evaluation of dental assisting employees
and maintaining and updating staff development opportunities.
Scheduling and conducting staff meetings
for discussion of departmental policies and instruction in the use of new
dental techniques and materials for Dental Assistants.
Mediate disputes involving Dental Assistants
Write and conduct annual performance reviews of supervised staff.
Monitor and oversee commendations and progressive discipline of supervised staffRecruiting and hiring of dental assistants Monitor staff attendance (daily accounting) and work hours.
Supports the implementation of policies for patient services, inventory control, and equipment maintaince.Learn, utilize, and provide training and guidance to the Dental Assistants on the use of the electronic record system and related software.
Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and University rules and regulations that can include disease prevention and infection control, HIPAA, etc.Provide information to the Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and other relevant parties regarding violations of clinic policies.
Supervises Dental Assistants in the performance of duties related to general operations of the clinic.Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Five (5) years of dental clinic team experience, 3-5 years of management experience and/or experience working in a team and customer service-oriented environment. High School Diploma. Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. Accredited dental assisting program; CPR certificate and Radiology certification. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles, techniques, and practices for the different specialty areas.
Skill in procedures (related to specialty) and in the use of instruments and equipment.
Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Present ideas clearly and concisely.
Ability to train, supervise and evaluate clinic personnel. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships and manage sensitive material with discretion.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and possess strong organizational skills.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively relate to peers, faculty and staff is a necessity.
Work independently and possess ability to motivate and encourage staff.
Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Ability to become familiar with the Axium Clinic Management System.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employees in this job class may be required to receive immunization shots to prevent illness due to exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Overtime, weekend, on-call and shift work may be required.This job description is designed to give an outline of what job duties are expected of this position. As an outline it does not fully describe or limit the extent of the position’s duties. UM FDSP Associates PA and its supervisors may amend the job description as it deems necessary, without advance notice. The job description is not intended to create an employment contract and should not be construed as such.