Dental Dispensing Clerk

Dental Dispensing Clerk

Position Title
- Dental Dispensing Clerk

Position Type
- Unclassified

Department
- Dentistry Dental Clinic

Full or Part Time
- Full Time

Pay Grade - BW7

Starting Pay Rate Range: $20.99 – $24.12, commensurate with experience.

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Summary
- This position provides clinical and operational support within a dental school clinical environment. Responsibilities include operation of the dental dispensary, radiographic procedures and on-site training in instrument processing and sterilization. Required to assist with sedation monitoring under supervision and support of faculty and students during clinical sessions.

Principal Functional Responsibilities
- Dispensing and Inventory Support:
Prepare and dispense dental material, instruments and equipment as requested, ensuring students, faculty and clinical staff have timely access to instruments and materials for patient care. Assemble and dispense procedure-specific instrument trays and supplies. Inspect instruments for cleanliness, function and damage. Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure stock levels are adequate. Monitor expiration dates and dispose of outdated materials properly.

Assist with ordering and restocking supplies as needed to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Sterilization and Compliance:
Ensure all dental instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, and stored according to infection control protocols. Maintain accurate inventory levels by stocking, organizing and replenishing supplies. Monitor inventory usage and notify supervisor when stock levels need reordering. Receive, inspect, label and store incoming shipments according to established procedures. Follow safety and health regulations in handling and disposing of dental materials.

Maintain sterilization logs and compliance documents.

Administrative and Customer Support:
Record and track dispensed materials for billing and usage reports. Assist dental professionals with locating and retrieving necessary supplies. Provide basic guidance on the proper use and storage of dental materials. Handle clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, and processing supply orders.

Sedation Support:
Within training and policy limits, assist licensed providers with preparation for sedation procedures. Monitor sedated patients under direct supervision and document vital signs as required. Support patient recovery and discharge processes according to clinic protocols.

Student and Faculty Support:
Provide operational assistance to students during clinical sessions. Explain dispensary procedures and clinic workflows. Respond to routine questions regarding equipment and supplies.

Other Duties:
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Radiology Certification Proficiency in Microsoft Office 360/365

Preferred Qualifications
- Current CPR/BLS certification (ACLS preferred depending on sedation level supported) Completion of institutional sedation-monitoring training (upon hire if not already obtained) Knowledge of Dental instruments, materials and clinical procedures Prior experience working in a dental school clinic

Physical Requirements
- Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment. Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions. Ability to lift and transport instrument trays and supply containers (up to 30 lbs.). Ability to bend, reach, push as required to stock inventory. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required while working in designated clinical areas.

NEOMED Campus Safety Guidelines
- In an effort to keep our campus community as healthy and safe as possible, NEOMED may require vaccinations as a condition of attendance and employment. This policy will allow for exemption of the vaccination requirement for those individuals with valid medical reasons, sincerely held religious beliefs and matters of conscience.