Dental Assistant

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Time Type:

Full time

Department:

South End Washington Dental

All Locations:

1601 Washington Street

Position Summary:

The Dental Assistant is responsible for various non-skilled dental tasks for patients aged 0–18, for the maintenance and control of non-pharmaceutical supplies and equipment and for assigned clerical activities. The Dental Assistant is supervised by a Dentist.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Participates in direct patient care activities as directed by a dentist. These include: oral hygiene education, irrigation and aspiration of the oral cavity exposing and processing good quality oral radiographs application of sealants. removal of sutures proper retraction of cheek, lip and tongue.

• Prepares for sessions and insures all charts, equipment and x-rays are available for the client.

• Facilitates efficient patient flow.

• Follows the procedure for booking routine referrals and urgent appointments.

• Maintains work area in an orderly manner.

• Ensures that the operatories have been made safe for young children before bringing them in.

• Stocks operatories in time for sessions and insures that supplies used are charged for.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Graduate from a Certified Dental Assistant program or equivalent experience.

• Previous experience in a dental or medical dept desired.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with internal and external customers.

Salary: Starting at $20/hr up to $30/hr based on experience

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• Medical & Dental Coverage

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers

• 401(K) Retirement Plan

• Educational Assistance

• Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts

• Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick and Personal Time

• A Generous Staff Development Benefit

• Excellent Malpractice Coverage

• A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support

• Free Parking

• And Much More…