Per Diem Mobile Health Dental Assistant

Per Diem Mobile Health Dental AssistantHere at Community Health Service, Inc (CHSI), our mission is to provide high quality health care to the overlooked and underserved. Sound rewarding? You bet it is! If you are looking for more than just a "job" and want to invest your time making impact on the lives of others, this is your chance to join our CHSI team!CHSI is a private, non-profit organization established in 1973 to serve the health needs of migrant & seasonal farm workers and their family members. Today, CHSI has expanded its services and provides mental & physical healthcare to all individuals in our communities. Our services are provided on a more affordable sliding fee scale to those who are underinsured or uninsured. We also accept ND and MN Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. We currently operate four nurse-managed clinics, and two victim advocacy program centers.We are searching for a Per diem Mobile Health Dental Assistant to join our Willmar, MN team. This is a per diem position with a flexible schedule based on mobile health operations and community need. Work is performed exclusively in mobile unit and community-based settings. Hours may include daytime mobile clinic coverage, outreach activities, and occasional evening, after-hours, and weekend events as needed.Duties:Participates in mobile health missions and community-based outreach activities on an as-needed basis to support the communities served by Community Health Service Inc.Sterilize instruments according to regulationsProvides patients with oral hygiene education and post-procedure care instructions in mobile and community-based settings.Undertake lab tasks as instructedProvide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsKeep the dental room clean and well-stockedManage inventory and ordering of suppliesSupports patient flow, registration, and care coordination during mobile dental clinic operations and outreach events.Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment proceduresProven experience as dental assistantKnowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methodsExperience using Eagle soft is preferred but not requiredGood computer skillsExcellent communication and people skillsAttention to detailWell-organized and reliableIn addition to being a wonderful team member, we are seeking an individual with the below qualifications:Physical AbilitiesIn an eight hour workday, the employee must be able to: bend and crouch occasionally, sit continuously and stand or walk frequently.Employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.Employee must be able to use hands/arms, feet/legs for repetitive fine to large motor skill movements.Qualifications:Certified in MN or graduating from dental assistant school is preferredKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Certification for other duties as required by the state practice actMaintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control training as required by lawExcellent verbal and written communication skillsVersed in Eagle Soft is highly preferredStrong multi-tasking and organizational skillsAbility to work well in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of all company policies and rulesCHSI is an EEO/Affirmative Action/Veteran friendly employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.CHSI facilities are deemed under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).