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Form of workASOD Orthodontics-434500
Career Area:Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment?:No
Posting Open Date :01/04/2024
Application Deadline:01/12/2024
Position Type:Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title:Dental Assistant - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent:GN07
Working Title:Dental Assistant Supervisor
Position Number:00052901
Vacancy ID:P018520
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week:40
Work Schedule:M-F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Location:Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location:North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:$37,715 - $46,472
Pay Band Information:To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
Be a Tar Heel!:A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:The UNC Adams School of Dentistry Division of Craniofacial and Surgical Care provides a diverse approach to treatment for patients with craniofacial or oral and maxillofacial conditions, including those with multiple or complex oral health problems. The Orthodontics discipline focuses on the treatment of irregularities of the teeth, jaws, and bite relationship in children and adults.
Position Summary:This position is eligible for a SIGN ON BONUS of $2,000 to be paid in two installments:
$1,000 within 30 days of your hire date and $1,000 12 months after hire date.
The Dental Assistant Supervisor’s primary purpose is to maintain continuity of Dental Assistant clinical coverage and to ensure all Dental Assistant duties are completed effectively and in a timely manner. This entails developing weekly schedules of assignment for Dental Assistants between the Orthodontic Dental Faculty Practice and the Graduate Orthodontic Clinic. This position will supervise the orthodontic Dental Assistant (DA) team and works with the Lead Dental Assistant to ensure that daily adjustment of clinical assignments meets goals of the unit to provide excellent patient care. The Dental Assistant Supervisor will set goals with Dental Assistants (including Lead Dental Assistant) and conducts performance reviews and administers disciplinary measures as needed. The Dental Assistant Supervisor will review all leave requests submitted by Dental Assistants to ensure adequate clinical staffing, including TIM approvals. This position will facilitate setting group cultural and inclusivity goals and ensures optimal communication across all Dental Assistants. Coordinates DA Team contributions to lab work on an as need basis. The Dental Assistant Supervisor will collaborate with the Business Officer to assist in identifying training and development opportunities for Dental Assistants, including the Lead Dental Assistant. This position will function as a contributing member of the DA team and provides routine orthodontic clinical assisting services.
High school diploma or equivalency and completion of an accredited dental assisting program; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Trained Orthodontics Dental Assistant. Ability to develop plans to accomplish work operations and objectives. Ability to schedule and assign work to use resources efficiently. Ability to observe and assess work, provide feedback, supervise staff, and administer and ensure compliance with human resources policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Minimum of two years’ experience in orthodontics dental assisting. Minimum of two years of experience managing Dental Assistants in an orthodontic setting. Experience with dental appliances, dental lab and ordering supplies. Bilingual in Spanish.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements :Must be able to stand for extended periods of time without sitting.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:Not Applicable.
Special Instructions:**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS
The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:
To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system.
A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).
This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.
