University of Nebraska Medical Center

Dental Assistant
Job Description

Job Summary:

To perform chairside assistance in all dental treatment procedures in the assigned department of the College of Dentistry or as assigned by Supervisor.

Additional Info

About Us:

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University of Nebraska Strategic Plan “Odyssey to Extraordinary” https://nebraska.edu/strategic-plan

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University of Nebraska Medical Center Campus https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/index.html and https://www.unmc.edu/aboutus/facts.html

University of Nebraska Faculty & Staff Benefits https://nebraska.edu/faculty-and-staff

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of six months post high school education/experience related to Dentistry.
  • Certification as a dental assistant or ability to obtain a dental assistant certificate within one year of hire date.
  • Knowledge of dental terminology.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Graduation from an accredited dental assisting program.
  • Microsoft Word,Microsoft Outlook

 

  • Ability to work independently
  • Infection Control
  • Teamwork skills
  • Ability to problem solve and prioritize duties

 

 

Compliance Requirements:

  • Physical Exam
  • Background Check 
  • Child & Adult Sexual Abuse Registry Request and Check 
  • Education Credentials Check 
  • Immunizations
Information at a Glance
Req Id:  1195
Campus Label:  University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)
Org Unit:  COD-Lincoln Clinic Administration UNMC
Job Location:  UNMC College of Dentistry - Lincoln ,NE 68503
Application Review Date:  10/7/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  $17.404 - $26.106/hourly
Job Type:  Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:  On-site
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  jobs@unmc.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:  n/a

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

 

Posting Start Date:  10/3/25