Part-time Dental Assistant

Part-time Dental Assistant

Performs four-handed chair-side assistance to treating dentist under direct supervision

Performs dental radiography-intra-oral and panoramic images

Performs dental laboratory work-models, trays, temporaries for bridgework and crowns

Performs sterilization and disinfection of dental instruments and equipment

Prepares procedural trays/armamentaria set-ups

Reviews and records patient medical histories for dentist's reference

Takes and records patient's blood pressure

Makes patient feel comfortable before and during treatment

Completes thorough and timely clinical documentation in EMR

Completes laboratory authorization forms and maintains record of dental laboratory cases

Mixes dental materials

Places and removes retraction cord

Takes preliminary impressions

Applies topical anesthetic in area of injection site

Places post-extraction dressings

Provides pre- and post- operative instruction for patients

Performs routine maintenance of dental equipment

Consistently practices universal precautions

Orders dental supplies and materials

Manages the appropriate disposal and removal of waste in dental clinic

Recognizes and responds to basic medical emergencies

Participate in dental huddle meetings to communicate and coordinate patient needs with the entire care team

Communicates treatment recommendations with dental front desk

Provides back-up for dental co-workers when needed

Performs all other related duties as assigned by Chief Dental Officer or Dentist(s)

Meets professional behavioral expectations

Serves as role model for all employees, displaying professional courtesy and compassionate care of patients

Demonstrates an ability to resolve interpersonal and professional conflicts appropriately

Participates in staff meetings, trainings, and committees

Prolonged sitting and/or standing and moving about throughout the workday

Potential exposure to biohazardous materials, including ionizing radiation

Keeps all matters related to the organization confidential in compliance with confidentiality policy

Assumes responsibility for work performance and is able to be self-directed

Takes pride in job performance as evident in compliance with job responsibilities

Must have ability to collaborate and communicate with other staff

Public health orientation through training, experience, or professional interest

Works evening and weekend hours as scheduled

Attends a minimum of one outreach event per calendar year

Commitment to NSCHC faith-based mission to provide care to all who request it, without judgment

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Successful completion of Dental Assistant program required or currently enrolled in a program

Must have current knowledge of and practice experience in dental assisting

Must be able to bend, stretch and lift items up to 20 lbs.

Current BCLS certification

Current Radiology certification

Current OSHA/HIPPA certification

Proficiency in EDR software (Dentrix, Open Dental, eClinical Works, Dexis)

Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Annual influenza vaccine

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