Dental Assistant B

Dental Assistant B

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Dental Assistant to support its mobile school-based preventive dental services program. This position plays a vital role in improving oral health outcomes for children by delivering services in schools and community settings. The Dental Assistant will work with a licensed Dental Hygienist in a local health district and will also support administrative and educational outreach efforts. In community settings, duties include setting up, breaking down, and maintaining portable dental equipment; reviewing patient forms and documents; assisting with patient management; assisting with oral screenings and recording of findings; and assisting with the delivery of preventive services including dental sealants and fluoride varnish using 4-handed dental techniques. Cleaning and disinfecting the clinical areas and equipment and sterilizing dental instruments in accordance with agency policy and protocols and relevant OSHA laws and guidelines are additional duties. Administrative and community education duties include maintaining inventory of supplies; managing and maintaining patient records in compliance with HIPPA and applicable state and federal laws and regulations; educating children and parents individually and in group settings or at events; promoting the dental program; and working with local public and private dentists to coordinate referrals for children with treatment needs. This is an hourly-wage position with no benefits and limited to 1500 hours a year.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of dentistry techniques and procedures and the use of standard equipment • Experience working on a team • Experience working with dentist or dental hygienist providing '4-handed dental' services

Additional Considerations

• Infection Control experience • Successful completion of an educational program and certification as a dental assistant preferred • Prior experience successfully working with children in a dental practice

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to 'Your Application' in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer