Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Radiology Assistant - VCU Dental Care - Martinsville, VA
- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Martinsville, VA
Job Description
Chief Purpose of the Position
As a Dental Assistant with VCU School of Dentistryâs Radiology clinic, you will provide radiology services that include exposing diagnostic quality dental radiographic images by applying principles of radiation safety. In addition, this position supervises and instructs technical radiology courses to dental and dental hygiene students.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
Knowledge of and experience with intra-oral dental radiography that includes but not limited to periapical radiography, bitewings radiography and occlusal radiography
Good understanding of Paralleling and bisecting angle intraoral techniques
Experience working with digital x-rays, knowledge or panoramic radiography
Experience with Cone Beam CT scan is a plus
Computer skills that include basic Microsoft office and email. Ability to work in high volume practice
Strong verbal and written skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail needed
Education level and experience required:
X-Ray certification, required
CDA certification, preferred
Minimum 1-2 years of radiology services required
Hiring Range: commensurate with experience
Brief Summary of Benefits: Benefits for this position include, but are not limited to Health and Group Life Insurance, Vision, Dental Insurance and Dental Discounts, Flexible Spending Participation, and Paid Holidays. After completion of 90 days, you are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave. After completion of 6 months, you are eligible for a 401k contribution and match. Professional Development/Tuition Assistance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance as well as Profit Sharing Plan.
Background checks required.
EEO Statement: VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or age.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Dental radiology assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Certified Dental Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
