Dental Assistant

The Dental Assistant is responsible for providing direct assistance for all clinical services, including evening hours as needed (Tuesdays or Thursdays once a month). Performing daily clinical tasks as directed to support the overall function of Bradley Free Clinic’s dental services. Work together as a team within the department to ensure high-quality dental services. This position is Part-Time 24 hours weekly.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete intake (update dental history and have the patient sign the consent form) and vitals for the patient before the appointment. Serve as chairside assistant and train volunteers who are serving as assistants. Conduct x-rays and follow all OSHA regulations; Sterilize instruments and train volunteers on sterilization processes; Complete daily, weekly, and monthly autoclave maintenance; Write clinical encounter notes for staff and volunteer dentists as needed (follow text macros when completing Dental notes) Maintain, clean, stock and organize all equipment and supplies; Identify supplies needed and add to ordering list (List is verified with Lead Dentist) Stock and set up all four operatories prior to clinic days of operation; Break down and clean all operatories after every clinic; re-stock supplies, maintain clean and orderly working space, and make sure all trash is emptied; Ensure autoclave, processor, x-ray machines in all the operatories and Panorex are turned off at the end of each clinic; Ensure patient records, treatment plans, services, and follow ups are properly charted and tracked in Eaglesoft and Athena; Always know where the exposure control book is located and the proper steps to take if there is an incident/exposure; Notify a direct supervisor immediately; Make patient reminder call for following day; Attend regular meetings of Dental Team. Help ensure volunteers (students, providers and others) sign in each time they volunteer; Support management in ensuring all volunteers and students are aware of and abide by Bradley Free Clinic’s mission, vision and values; follow BFC policies and procedures; and are aware of and follow the personnel manual. Other duties as assigned. Uphold Standards of Care Be aware of and abide by Bradley Free Clinic’s mission, vision, and values; follow BFC Policies and Procedures; Maintain compliance with all OSHA standards; Maintain adherence to Exposure Control Plan; Support clinic leadership in developing new processes and procedures as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of general principles and practices of general dentistry; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask; High school diploma or equivalent; At least 2 years of experience working as a dental assistant in a dental office; current x-ray certification; Must have the ability to work independently and as a team player; Excellent communications skills; Patience, understanding, and compassion in direct interactions with clients; Self-motivated, highly organized and detail oriented; Must have to ability to maintain confidentiality at all times; Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and should be able to adapt to changing situations; Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a wide range of settings with people from diverse backgrounds; Must have working knowledge of office equipment including, but not limited to computers, fax machines, telephone system, electronic medical record programs etc.; and Must have the ability to use Windows, (Microsoft Word and Excel). #J-18808-Ljbffr Bradley Free Clinic