Positio Title: Extra Help - Dental Assistant III (EH26-056)
Location: Alton, IL
Apply Before: 01133
FLSA: Determined by Position
Description: DescriptionExtra Help - Dental Assistant III (EH26-056)Overview To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of
Extra Help - Dental Assistant III (EH26-056). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.
Why SIUE?Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.
What You Will Do- Assist with all aspects of lab work sent to external laboratories from all SDM dental clinics and faculty practice.
- Support inventory management, ordering, receiving, account maintenance, invoicing, and prompt payment processing for lab cases and select lab materials used in the Alton clinics.
- Assist with stocking and cleaning student and professional laboratories.
- Provide support to faculty, residents, and students across multiple SDM locations.
- Perform classic dental assisting duties, record keeping, telephone coordination, and dental lab casework coordination.
- Complete additional duties as assigned to support clinic and laboratory operations.
FLSA: Non-exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications- Two years (24 months) of work experience in dental assisting comparable to that performed at the Dental Assistant II level of this series, including experience in four-handed dentistry.
- Current Certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board, if required by the employing institution.
Preferred
This person must have experience in all phases of general dentistry and be able to assist students/residents in the performance of them. This person needs to possess the ability to organize and perform multiple tasks independently, understand and manage the entire process of dental lab casework, including case assignment, turn-around times, delivery methods, and monetary limits of each laboratory contract. This person must demonstrate the ability to work with faculty, residents, fellows, students, co-workers/staff. This person must have excellent computer skills in order to work with the advanced level of clinical management software, complete lab transactions, enter information into the electronic health record, order and maintain supply inventories, communicate and use spreadsheets. This person must be flexible and adaptable to multiple work environments and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in order to positively resolve conflicts with laboratories. A high degree of manual dexterity (both gross and fine manipulation) is required for this role.
Supplemental InformationPre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu
Statement of Diversity: SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran's status.
SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.
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We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email careerinfo@siue.edu.Opening Date: 01/30/2026
Closing Date: 2/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
Website: https://www.siue.edu/
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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