Overview

Are you considering a future in dental care and interested in a position that serves as a gateway to learn and grow in the field of dentistry?

The SIU School of Dental Medicine in Alton, IL seeks full-time qualified Dental Assistant I candidates to assist dental students, faculty, and residents in providing comprehensive patient care.

The SIU School of Dental Medicine provides a range of treatments, cutting-edge dental therapy, and individualized care in a modern and relaxed setting.

What You Will Do

• Enjoy hands-on experience and exposure to a variety of dental procedures and practices
• Preparation of equipment for dental treatments, ensuring the sterilization of dental instruments, and maintaining accurate patient records
• Stock dental operatories with required disposable supplies and perform daily inspections to check operatories for any unreturned instruments, materials, or equipment
• Provide students with necessary materials and equipment for clinical sessions
• Contribute to creating and updating inventory logs
• Aid in managing the intake and return of cases to and from external dental labs

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Ability to perform functions of administrative and clerical procedures managing files and records, designing forms, and managing inventory
• Knowledge of basic business software to input data, access information, and/or create materials and documents
• Ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
• Ability to remain continuously on task for several hours while sitting, standing, or moving
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, confidentiality, and respect when speaking with patients, peers, faculty, and staff

What We Offer

Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 onsite work schedule

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance
• SURS retirement plan
• Supplemental retirement savings plans
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays
• WorkLife programs
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness)
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers)
• Flexible Spending Account Program

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, candidates must be a current Illinois resident.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 0197 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu.