Job Title
Dental Imaging TechnicianAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Diagnostic SciencesProposed Minimum Salary
$20.00 hourlyJob Location
Dallas, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The College of Dentistry is looking for an Dental Radiology Technician to serve in the Diagnostic Sciences department. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.
What you need to know
Proposed Salary: $20.00 hourly
Work Schedule/Location: Located in Dallas, TX, this an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm.
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
One year of related experience in a dental office or similar setting
Required Licenses and Certifications:
CPR certified.
Dental Assistant (Texas) X-ray certification
Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of radiographic processes and procedures.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Experience
One year of experience with intraoral and extraoral dental radiographs
Responsibilities
Patient Services
Ensures patients are properly situated, acquires all types of intraoral and extra oral radiographs including panoramic and cephalometric radiographs.
Prepares digital scanners and image acquisition units for daily use, including routine quality assurance.
Keeps instruments sterilized and work area clean.
Assists faculty and staff with patient treatment in the Radiology and Screening Clinic.
Administrative
Takes inventory and orders supplies for dental x-ray facilities.
Provides assistance to dental, postdoctoral dental residents and dental hygiene students as required.
Screens calls, makes appointments, assists patient with questionnaires and enters data into computer.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.