Dental Assistant, Clinic Operations

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year

2025-2026

Position Title

Dental Assistant, Clinic Operations

Classification Title

Dental Assistant

Department

Clinics

Posting Number

C250092

Posting Link

Employer

State

Appointment Type

Classified Appointment Term

Permanent

Classified Position Type

Non-Competitive Classified

Temporary Until

Salary Grade

SG08

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The School of Dental Medicine is seeking a full time Dental Assistant . UB Dental is a vital part of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. As a teaching facility, we offer our dental students the opportunity to work closely with patients of all ages. In addition, we are a safety net for the Buffalo-Niagara region, providing dental care for thousands of people each year throughout the community.

In this position, you will :

• Serve as chair-side assistant to licensed dental practitioners, and dental students (pre-doctoral, post graduate and residents) in examination and treatment of patients in all phases of dentistry.
• Obtain and replenish supplies, filing and setting up operatories for all necessary procedures.
• Assist in regulatory compliance and keep abreast of new developments, techniques and materials as they come about, and insure adherence to proper infection control protocol.

Learn more :

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Departmental Operating Needs

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Salary Range

$40,391

Additional Salary Information

$4,000 Geographic Pay Differential will be added to salary.

Work Days

Weekdays - Monday - Friday

Work Hours

37.5 hours per week

Job Type

Full-Time

Campus

South Campus

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Please attach any certifications obtained in the "Documents Needed to Apply" section.

Additional Information

Is a background check required for this posting?

Yes

Background Check Notification

For non-internal applicants : a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information

Contact's Name

Syeta Barron

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title

Director of Patient Care

Contact's Email

lard@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone

716-829-2862

Posting Dates

Posted

08 / 20 / 2025

Deadline for Applicants

Open Until Filled

Date to be Filled