Dental Assistant w/Expanded Function

Dental Assistant W/Expanded FunctionSalary Range $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level Dental Assistant Travel Percentage Local - Location to Location Category Health CareDescriptionDepartment: Dental Manager Title: Medical Director DOL Status: Non - Exempt Job Summary: To provide patient care and support functions for the Dental Department including assisting with dental procedures, lab work and office functions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for coronal polishing under supervision/direction of dentistResponsible for sealant placement under the supervision/direction of dentistResponsible for the patient's comfort as well as the patient's understanding of treatment that will be delivered.Responsible for taking and developing diagnostic quality dental radiographs. Also responsible for determining if the quality of the radiographs is within acceptable limits.Responsible for basic dental equipment maintenance as well as having an understanding of and ability to perform instrument and operatory sterilization.Responsible for keeping operatories stocked with dental materials and supplies.Responsible for dental charting in a clear, concise method that is acceptable by ADA standards, and easily read and understood by any Dental Provider.Responsible for the proper use and mixing of restorative materials, impression materials, bases, liners, and other dental materials.Responsible for the proper pouring up of impressions and trimming of models.Responsible for any of the duties as directed by the Dental Director.Responsible for front desk/appointing duties when designated by the Dental Director. These duties include:Answering telephone calls, transferring calls to the appropriate person.Taking phone messages and scheduling appointments for patients.Scheduling appointments for patients.Checking patients in.Calling for charts.Triaging emergency patients.QualificationsKnowledge of :Community resources.Organizational skills.Age-specific medical care.Interpersonal communication skills.Culturally sensitive care.Ability to :Stand on feet for long periods of time.Follow-through, assume responsibility and use good judgment.Maintain professionalism under stressful situations.Provide excellent customer service and telephone skills.Self motivate and direct with the ability to prioritize and work efficiently under pressure.Understand and follow verbal and written communication.Experience/Training :High School diploma or equivalentDental Assistant diplomaCertification of Completion for Coronal Polishing and Application of Pit and Fissure SealantsCurrent CPR certification.Previous dental assisting experience preferred.Technical Knowledge:PC, email, facsimile machine, computerized voice mail system, and common office machines.Software Knowledge:Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)Personal Characteristics:Detail oriented with the ability to work with minimum/no supervision.Exude strong customer service skillsPossess the ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public.Willingness to be part of a team-unit and cooperate in the accomplishment of departmental goals and objectives.Effective and creative problem solving.Bilingual preferred (written and verbal)