Job Details

Dental Assistant, Clinics

Position Number: 9803188
Location: Buffalo, United States
Position Type: Medicine - Dentistry

Dental Assistant, Clinics

Position Information

Position Title: Dental Assistant, Clinics
Department: Clinics
Posting Link: <a href=""https://apptrkr.com/9803188"">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64181
Job Type: Full-Time

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.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit -- all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must have high school diploma and either 1 year of experience in Dental Assisting or have graduated from an accredited program in dental assisting.

Preferred Qualifications

CPR Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).
3 years of Dental Assistant experience.

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$42,209 plus $4,000 GPD

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

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: 716-829-2026

Posting Dates

Posted: 09/03/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: