Dental Assistant - Meridian - 10 Hours Per Week

Schedule One 10 hour shift per week. General Responsibilities Perform four‑handed dentistry and explain treatment plans and procedures to patients, including treatment costs. Maintain set‑up and break‑down procedures for each patient encounter. Complete instrument sterilization of the clinic and maintain inventory of clinic supplies. Assist in ordering supplies and proper equipment maintenance, take radiographs, and perform expanded duties according to certification as per the Rules of the Idaho State Board of Dentistry. Maintain infection control policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications Considerable manual dexterity and sufficient mobility to perform all dental assisting duties, including passing instruments to the dentist and assisting with radiographs and nitrous oxide use. Willing and able to carry equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Knowledge and training in general dental assisting duties, including endodontics, oral surgery, crown and bridge, and prosthetic dentistry. Ability to work with the public and have good communication skills. Expanded Functions Certification. Flexibility to work with different providers/locations proficiently. Graduated from a Dental Assistant Program or comparable training and experience. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in English/Spanish. Terry Reilly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Terry Reilly Health Services