Radiology Certified Dental Assistant Faculty Practice Clinic Position Control Number

SUMMARY :

U.M. FDSP Associates is anon-profit affiliate of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. U.M. FDSP Associates is the organization that provides patient carefocused staffing for the clinic operations so that facultyand students may provide patient care to the general public.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balanceand 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 : Normal operations hours are Monday through Friday.

We prioritize flexibility, health, and financial security, creating anenvironment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.

Under general supervision by a licensed dentist, performgeneral chairside and clinical functions related to patient dental care, aspermitted by the Maryland COMAR regulation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Note : The intent of this list of primary duties is toprovide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities ofthis job. Incumbents perform otherrelated duties assigned. Specific dutiesand responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); oneyears' related experience. Relatededucation may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

OTHER :

Employees in this job class must be CPR certified and areobligated to meet and maintain Maryland State requirements for dental radiography.

Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Thorough knowledge of the principles of dental assistingtheory, technique, and practice. Skill in procedures using sit-downfour-handed dentistry techniques. Skill in the use of dental instrumentsand equipment. Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment.Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively orally andin writing.

ADDITIONALCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

Employeesin this job class may be required to receive immunization to prevent illnessdue to exposure to blood borne pathogens.

This job description is designed to give an outline ofwhat job duties are expected of this position. As an outline it does not fully describe or limit the extent of theposition's duties. UM FDSP AssociatesP.A. and its supervisors may amend the job description as it deems necessary,without advance notice. The jobdescription is not intended to create an employment contract and should not beconstrued as such.