Dental Care I (Dispensary)

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus School of Dental Medicine Dental Care I (Dispensary) Position #00749114 – Posting 13970

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a public research university serving more than 18,000 students. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The university receives over $400 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at CU Anschutz in Aurora, Colo. a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at CU Denver, our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver—one of America’s most vibrant urban centers. CU Denver is located steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District affording our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.

Job Summary:
The purpose of this full-time, state classified Dental Care I is to clean, decontaminate and provide maintenance of instruments and equipment according to established procedures and techniques.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Clean, decontaminate and provide maintenance of instruments and equipment according to established procedures and techniques.
• Ensure proper functioning of equipment
• Clean and sanitize machines and equipment
• Maintain a level of sterilized instruments for distribution
• Issue sterile reusable instruments to operatories and clinical units
• Make sure the room is turned over and ready to use for the next patient
• Collect and resterilize used instruments
• Prepares specialized instruments set-ups for residents, faculty, and undergraduate students to be used during dental patient treatment.

Salary and Benefits:
Hiring Salary Range: $2,710 / month (non-negotiable)*

• The salary offered is usually the minimum listed, however, a salary above the minimum may be offered for some hard to fill positions.

Employees hired into these positions are eligible for University benefits. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits program, including eligibility, is located at www.cu.edu/employee-services.
Additional Information:

Reference checks are a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information, including e-mail addresses, for up to 5 references if you are referred to the Hiring Authority for an interview. We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references.

Qualifications
Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours per week worked as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of dental assisting experience.
• Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Substitution: Successful completion of an accredited dental assisting program may substitute for one year of experience. NOTE: If exercising the education substitution, applicants MUST attach a copy of their dental assisting certificate to their application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Must possess current valid CPR and/or BLS certification. Proof of certification MUST be attached to application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement. Failure to do so may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be willing and able to exert up to 20 lbs. on occasion.

• Must be willing and able to crouch and stoop on occasion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a fast paced dental environment

• Experience in sterilizing and dispensing dental tools, instruments, and equipment.

• Experience with clinical area preparation in a dental clinic and/or office.

• Experience working with students and faculty in a higher education and/or academic medical environment.

Competencies / Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of individuals

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

• Excellent time management skills

• Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in decision making

• Excellent customer service skills

• Strong oral communication skills

• Knowledge of dental terminology and instrumentation

• Knowledge of current dental materials, tools and instruments, and proper use and technique

• Ability to demonstrate a high level, knowledge, and proficiency in all phases of dental assisting

• Familiarity with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines

Diversity and Equity

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Office of Equity by email at equity_ada@ucdenver.edu or by phone at (303) 315-2567.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements: Submit all required documents indicated in this posting. Include a current email address as communication is electronic-based. Failure to complete a timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applications MUST be completed in their entirety, including job title, duties, months and years employed, and hours per week worked as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis. Address qualifications, competencies and preferred qualifications in your application, as these along with previous work experience will be used to assess competencies. Answers will be verified against your application and may be checked with references. False information could lead to your removal from the hiring process. Click here to view Veteran and other General Information regarding Classified Staff positions.
For those who meet minimum qualifications, the comparative analysis process will include one or all of the following: • Preferred Qualifications Application Review based on the preferred qualifications listed in the posting. (Candidates will be evaluated and rated against the preferred qualifications based on information submitted within their application materials). Note: Candidates are not physically present for this portion of the comparative analysis. • Search Committee Interview based on the job requirements, preferred qualifications and competencies listed in the posting. (Candidates will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on oral responses). You will be notified via email if the comparative analysis process changes or includes additional assessment tools other than those listed above.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below
Application Materials Instructions: APPLICATION DEADLINE: This announcement is open until July 5, 2018. To apply, please submit the following materials to this posting: A cover letter and resume that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. Your resume MUST include job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours per week worked as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis. Resumes are part of the comparative analysis (selection process) and will be used as part or all of the comparative analysis process to rank candidates. Please submit a copy of your current valid CPR and/or BLS certification. Proof of certification MUST be attached to application materials no later than the closing date listed in the announcement. Failure to do so may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.