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Dental Assistant 2

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$45k–$59k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedicati…

Skills: Four-Handed Dentistry, Digital Radiography, Sterilization Protocols, Patient Care, Dental Materials Mixing

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Summer Housekeeper (Multiple Openings)

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$23/hr

Entry level$20M raised

Job Description Housing and Food Services (HFS) is pleased to announce openings for Summer Housekeepers. Housing & Food Services supports over 10,000 student residents and operates 40+ dining locations on campus. With a …

Skills: Housekeeping, Sanitization, Teamwork, Customer Service, Time Management

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HR Analyst – Performance Evaluations and Projects

Seattle, Washington, United States · Hybrid

$78k–$84k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description UW Medicine Human Resources Projects and Reporting department has an outstanding opportunity for an HR Analyst – Performance Evaluations and Projects to join their team! About this Opportunity The UW Medi…

Skills: Business Analysis, Project Management, Workday HCM, Requirements Gathering, Data Analysis

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Multimedia Designer for Women's Basketball

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$78k–$80k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description Washington Athletics has an outstanding opportunity for a Multimedia Designer to join their team. They are looking for a talented individual to be a key contributor to the creative success of the Women’s …

Skills: Video Production, Multimedia Production, Graphic Design, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects

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CLT / Phlebotomist - Primary Care at Northgate

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$25/hr–$37/hr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description UW Medicine Primary Care at Northgate has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Technician - Phlebotomist. WORK SCHEDULE Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)Day Shift DEPARTMENT DESCRIPT…

Skills: Phlebotomy, Laboratory Testing, Quality Control Analysis, Equipment Troubleshooting, Microscopic Evaluation

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Dental Assistant 2

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$45k–$59k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description The Department of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for Dental Assistant 2 to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to the Director of Maxillofaci…

Skills: Maxillofacial Prosthetics, Dental Impressions, X-ray Processing, Fluoride Treatments, Oral Hygiene Instruction

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Pharmacy Intern - Year One

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

Entry level$20M raised

Job Description The Harborview Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Pharmacy Intern - Year One. WORK SCHEDULE • Per Diem • Rotating/Variable Shifts POSITION HIGHLIGHTS • Assist the pharmacist in profe…

Skills: Order Entry, Prescription Filling, Aseptic Technique, IV Admixture Preparation, Third-party Billing

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Per Diem Registered Nurse - Heart Transplant Team - UW Medical Center Montlake

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$45/hr–$83/hr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description The UW Medical Center – Montlake Heart Transplant Team has an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN). WORK SCHEDULE Per DiemDays DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Heart Institute at UW Medical Cente…

Skills: Post Heart Transplant Care, Patient Education, Patient Assessment, Cardiac Nursing, BLS

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Assistant Director People & Culture

Seattle, Washington, United States · Hybrid

$129k–$192k/yr

Senior$20M raised

Job Description UW Information Technology (UW-IT) has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Director People & Culture to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to the Associate Vice President and Chief F…

Skills: Organizational Leadership, Human Resources Management, Workforce Planning, Employee Relations, Performance Management

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Registered Nurse 2 – Research - Department of Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$81k–$153k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description The Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition has an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse 2 – Research to join the Bjornstad/Tommerdahl/Pyle laboratory. About this Opportunity Reporting …

Skills: Clinical Nursing, IV Placement, Infusion Management, Data Collection, Patient Assessment

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PSS / Patient Services Specialist - Primary Care at Northgate

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$23/hr–$34/hr

Entry level$20M raised

Job Description UW Medicine Primary Care at Northgate has an outstanding opportunity for a Patient Services Specialist 2. WORK SCHEDULE Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)Day Shift DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Conveniently…

Skills: Phone Answering, Call Triaging, Appointment Scheduling, Patient Demographics, Financial Information Gathering

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Patient Services Specialist 3 Harborview Radiology

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$30/hr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description Harborview - Radiology Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Patient Services Specialist (job profile: Patient Services Specialist 3). WORK SCHEDULE Full-time Days (100% FTE) Mondays- Fridays/ Day…

Skills: Patient Scheduling, Epic Software, Process Improvement, Auditing, Staff Training

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MA / Medical Assistant - Primary Care at Northgate

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$28/hr–$40/hr

Entry level$20M raised

Job Description UW Medicine Primary Care at Northgate has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C). WORK SCHEDULE Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)Day Shift DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Conve…

Skills: Patient Rooming, Vital Signs, Record Reconciliation, Injections, Medication Prior Authorizations

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Central Receiving Coordinator

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$45k–$57k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) has an outstanding opportunity for Central Receiving Coordinator to join their team. About this Opportunity The Central Receiving Coordinator supports the University…

Skills: Receiving Logistics, Warehousing, Supply Chain Operations, Workday, Transaction Processing

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Physician Assistant/Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner - Department of Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$121k–$190k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description The Department of Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition, has an outstanding opportunity for a Physician Assistant/Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner to join their team. About t…

Skills: Clinical Research, Patient Assessment, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Venipuncture

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Assistant Director- Grant and Contract Accounting

Seattle, Washington, United States · Hybrid

$96k–$120k/yr

Senior$20M raised

Job Description Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) encompasses the major central financial, planning, analytical, and budgeting functions for the University of Washington, including: Financial Stewardship & Operation…

Skills: Post-award Research Administration, Grant Accounting, Contract Accounting, Financial Reporting, Compliance Analysis

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Classroom Facilities Coordinator

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$46k–$62k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description Academic Technologies has an outstanding opportunity for a Classroom Facilities Coordinator(Program Coordinator (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)) to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to Manager of…

Skills: Facilities Management, Furniture Maintenance, Vendor Management, Project Coordination, Budgetary Support

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Research Scientist/Engineer 3-Division of Infectious Disease Diagnostics (Temporary)

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$80k–$108k/yr

Senior$20M raised

Job Description The UW Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 3 (Pro Staff Temp) to join their team. About This Opportunity The Research Scientist/E…

Skills: Next-Generation Sequencing, qPCR, ddPCR, Molecular Assay Design, TCR Sequencing

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MA / Medical Assistant - Urgent Care at Mountlake Terrace

Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site

$28/hr–$40/hr

Entry level$20M raised

Job Description UW Medicine Urgent Care at Mountlake Terrace has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C). WORK SCHEDULE Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)4x10 hour shifts including 1 we…

Skills: Patient Rooming, Vital Signs, Record Reconciliation, Injections, Medication Prior Authorizations

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Research Coordinator 2 - Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology & Oncology

Seattle, Washington, United States · Hybrid

$65k–$86k/yr

Mid level$20M raised

Job Description The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology & Oncology has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator to join their Hematologic Malignancies Research team. About this Opportunity Reporti…

Skills: Clinical Trial Coordination, Protocol Implementation, FDA Regulations, GCP Guidelines, NIH Requirements

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Dental Assistant 2

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Seattle, Washington, United States • On-site

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  • $45k–$59k/yr
  • Full-time
  • professional certificate
  • Professional Growth Opportunities, Health Insurance
  • Posted 1d ago
  • Apply by Jul 11
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide chairside assistance to dental residents and faculty while ensuring high-quality patient care and customer service. Manage the sterilization of instruments and maintain a clean, orderly clinical environment following strict safety protocols.

Requirements

Requires completion of an accredited dental assistant training program and registration with the State of Washington. Candidates must have two years of experience and a CDA certification or the ability to obtain one within six months.

Full job description

Job Description

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The School of Dentistry has an outstanding opportunity for a Dental Assistant 2 to join their team.

At the UW Dentistry Campus Dental Center, patients receive care by highly skilled, experienced UW School of Dentistry faculty and GPR Residents. Our experienced providers offer comprehensive oral care services to UW students, UW employees, their families, and guests. Patients can find all dental specialties in one convenient location, on campus at the Health Sciences Building. UW Dentistry Campus Dental Center is committed to the principle of diversity, equity, and inclusion and to providing an environment where every employee feels welcomed, valued, and appreciated.

Desirable candidates for this position must have the ability to work independently and be a reliable team player with a strong work ethic. The DA2 must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, resolve conflict in a positive manner, and interact with patients, staff, faculty, and students on a professional level at all times. They must also be able to handle difficult situations professionally and use good judgement while upholding the policies of the University of Washington and UW School of Dentistry (UWSOD). The DA2 reports to the Dental Clinic Manager of the UW Dentistry Camus Dental Center. The DA2 is expected to communicate with their manager when they see areas for operational improvement or ways to improve the safety of the clinical environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Dental Assisting Responsibilities:

The Dental Assistant 2 in this position may assist chairside with one provider for long periods of time, as in typical dental assisting, or move from provider to provider to assist them during critical times of their patient care procedures and as needed. The DA2 must have the ability to prioritize work and understand when and how the students or faculty providers need them. When assisting students, the DA2 should communicate constructively to the student to help them gain as much as possible from their learning experience at the UW Dentistry Campus Dental Center. The DA2 must be caring and helpful yet be able to be firm if people within the clinic are not following the policies and guidelines of the clinic or Standard of Care.

The Dental Assistant 2 will be expected to communicate daily with the clinic faculty and resident providers to develop an excellent working relationship with them. The Dental Assistant 2 assigned in the clinic must be aware of the needs of the providers and assist them as needed.

Assisting responsibilities include:

  • Provide excellent customer service to the School’s patients, students, faculty, and staff.
  • Aid dental residents and/or faculty in four-handed dentistry and in routine chair-side duties and patient care.
  • Provide residents with knowledge and ideas to help aid in the dental care educational process.
  • Orient new staff and dental residents to clinic procedures and policies.
  • Clean and prepare treatment area.
  • Keep all areas clean, orderly, and neat.
  • Obtain and mix dental materials.
  • Ability to expose digital intra and extra-oral radiographs.
  • May conduct inventories and stock supplies.
  • Monitor school-owned instruments for breakage and wear.
  • Assess replacement needs.
  • Monitor and maintain clinic hand pieces.
  • Take impressions for study models and opposing models.
  • Mechanical polishing to amalgam restorations, clinical crowns and supragingival areas
  • Place matrix and wedge.
  • Remove excess cement.
  • Fabricate, place, and remove temporary fillings.
  • Expose digital dental x-ray images.
  • Deliver fluoride treatments.
  • Teach oral hygiene.
  • Remove dry socket dressing and periodontal pak.
  • Remove sutures; pack and medicate extraction areas.
  • Assist in the administration of nitrous oxide analgesia.
  • Placement of retraction cord
  • Select denture shade and mold.
  • Acid etch and apply sealants.
  • Place cotton rolls and holders.
  • Other duties as provided in the dental laws of the State of Washington
  • Assist in the treatment of disabled patients and/or patients admitted through the emergency room; visit patients in the hospital to record and make entries in the chart regarding these contracts.
  • Take and record vital signs when patients are sedated.
  • Instruct students in the appropriate role of dental assistants in the delivery of patient care; assist in various four-handed techniques, such as anesthetic administration, instrument grasps and transfer and gold foil malleting.
  • May support activities in a dental clinic, such as arranging and scheduling patient appointments, maintaining patient records.
  • Take and record vital signs and review health history with patients.
  • May provide information to departments regarding clinic services.
  • May perform all duties of a Dental Assistant to the full extent of licensure.

Sterilization Responsibilities: 

  • Check instruments and cassettes keeping detailed records of all assets.
  • Maintain and operate autoclaves and sterilization equipment; disinfect items and follow pre-sterilization and sterilization-established protocol. Duties include scrubbing, ultrasonic operation, drying, sorting, resetting, packaging and labeling instrument setups. 
  • Assemble dental instrument packs.
  • Store sterile and disinfected set-ups in preparation for delivery of patient care.
  • Monitor school-owned instruments for breakage and wear; assess replacement needs. 
  • Monitor and maintain hand pieces sterilization.
  • Perform weekly spore testing on autoclaves and other sterilizers. 
  • Keep all areas clean, orderly, and neat. 
  • Provide excellent customer service to faculty, staff, and students. 
  • Inspect, assemble, package, label and date instruments and cassettes. 
  • Perform additional sterilization duties as assigned. 
     

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Completion of an accredited training program for dental assistants; AND current certification as a dental assistant (CDA) OR the ability to obtain same within six months; PLUS two years of experience as a dental assistant. One year of additional dental assistant experience may substitute for required education.
  • Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT

  • Registration with the State of Washington as a Dental Assistant

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$45,432.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$59,484.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. 

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UW Medicine is an integrated clinical, research and learning health system with a single mission to improve the health of the public. Its faculty, staff, students and trainees are dedicated to delivering high- quality patient care and making important discoveries that lead to new approaches for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of human disease. UW Medicine is home to one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive medical research programs as well as innovative learning programs for students, trainees and practitioners. As the only health system in Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho that connects research, education and patient care, UW Medicine provides a higher degree of healthcare, ranging from primary and preventive care to the most specialized care for complex medical conditions. UW Medicine includes Airlift Northwest, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center—Montlake, University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians and UW School of Medicine. UW Medicine shares in the ownership of Children’s University Medical Group with Seattle Children’s. A Higher Degree of Healthcare.

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About UW Medicine

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30,000 caring professionals with a single mission: to improve health for all people. A Higher Degree of Healthcare.

Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Seattle, WA
LinkedIn followers
52,128
Total funding
$20M

UW Medicine is an integrated clinical, research and learning health system with a single mission to improve the health of the public. Its faculty, staff, students and trainees are dedicated to delivering high- quality patient care and making important discoveries that lead to new approaches for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of human disease. UW Medicine is home to one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive medical research programs as well as innovative learning programs for students, trainees and practitioners. As the only health system in Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho that connects research, education and patient care, UW Medicine provides a higher degree of healthcare, ranging from primary and preventive care to the most specialized care for complex medical conditions. UW Medicine includes Airlift Northwest, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center—Montlake, University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians and UW School of Medicine. UW Medicine shares in the ownership of Children’s University Medical Group with Seattle Children’s. A Higher Degree of Healthcare.

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