Senior Dental Assistant : Radiology

University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry
Dental Radiology Clinic

Position Summary:
The UMKC Dental Radiology Clinic is seeking a dedicated and experienced Radiology Dental Assistant with a strong background in radiographic imaging and a passion for teaching and patient care. This position is ideal for a highly motivated individual who enjoys working in an academic clinical environment, supporting both patient care and the development of future dental professionals. Strong communication skills are required.

Key Responsibilities:
- Expose intraoral radiographs using phosphor plate and solid-state CMOS sensors.
- Capture high-quality digital panoramic, lateral cephalometric and CBCT images.
- Assist and supervise dental and dental hygiene students in acquiring intraoral and panoramic radiographs.
- Evaluate and approve radiographs taken by students to ensure diagnostic quality.
- Teach students proper preparation and disinfection protocols for radiology rooms.
- Support clinic operations through routine clerical tasks, including supply inventory management, lead apron inspections.
- Assist in pre-clinic instruction on radiographic techniques for novice students.
- Teach and oversee student development of infection control skills, including proper preparation, disinfection, and maintenance of radiology rooms before and after patient treatment.
- Support and enforce adherence to clinical infection control protocols and best practices.
- Assist with pre-clinic instruction of radiographic techniques for novice students.
- Participate in maintaining an efficient, safe, and student-centered radiology clinic.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the efficiency and effectiveness of the Radiology Clinic.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certification OR Passing the Missouri Test of Basic Dental Assisting Skills
- 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience exposing intraoral radiographs with phosphor plate and solid-state sensors using sensor holding beam alignment devices
- At least 5 years of experience exposing digital panoramic radiographs
- Experience instructing intraoral radiographic techniques
- Experience instructing panoramic radiographic techniques

Anticipated Hiring Range:
- Up to 20.00 per hour

Shift:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Full/Time - Benefit Eligible:
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health Programs – including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement Plan (8% match)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Tuition Assistance (75% reduction)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs