Dental Assistant - Per Diem

Dental AssistantMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Provides clinical and administrative support to the dental care team while delivering a positive, patient-centered experience. Responsibilities include assisting with dental procedures, taking dental radiographs, supporting patient education, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with scheduling and other day-to-day dental office operations.Essential FunctionsCollaborates with dental hygienists and the dental care team to support patient care and clinical procedures.Accurately documents treatment information and maintains complete patient records.Performs dental radiographs and assists with the proper care and maintenance of dental X-ray equipment.Educates patients on dental hygiene, oral health care, and effective plaque control practices.Collects and documents medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs.Provides patients with clear postoperative care instructions as directed by the dentist.Assists with ordering dental supplies and maintaining dental equipment and supply inventory.Assists with fabricating temporary restorations and creating custom impressions from preliminary impressions.Supports appointment scheduling, record management, and other administrative activities as needed.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? YesLicenses and CredentialsDental Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only requiredBasic Life Support [BLS] - Generic - HR Only requiredExperienceDental Assistant experience 0-1 year preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCompletion of a Dental Hygiene Program.Comfortable using computers and electronic systems to support patient care and daily office operations.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and members of the dental care team.Professional, positive, and patient-focused approach.Demonstrated commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.Familiarity with dental practice management systems, electronic charting, and digital radiography is preferred.Work Location165 Cambridge StreetEmployee TypePer DiemWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$18.58 - $26.58/HourlyEEO Statement:1300 Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.