Licensed Radiology Technician and Licensed Expanded Function

Job Description

Job Description

Description

We believe everyone is entitled to a healthy, beautiful smile. That’s why we emphasize the importance of excellent dental care. Smiles need no translation; they are the universal language that speaks from the heart. It is why we work to keep critical dental providers in communities where it may not otherwise exist. It is why we strive to be an inspiring workplace ~ where the absolute best in dentistry come to do their best work.

Simply Beautiful Smiles and Affiliates state-of-the-art dental practice at our College Park and Gaithersburg Maryland Offices are searching for a detail oriented and compassionate Licensed Radiology Technician and Licensed Expanded Function Dental Assistant. The ideal candidate for this position has exceptional communication skills with a focus on customer service and patient comfort. We are backed by the country's leading dental support organization which allows our practitioners to focus on providing patient centric and clinically excellent care.

How You Will Have an Impact at SBS as an EFDA

• Work with patients to make them comfortable and prepare them for treatment. 
• Collection and recording of patient health histories. 
• Accurately recording dental records to completely reflect the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care or treatment provided. 
• Dental charting. 
• Educate and review dental treatment options, including billing and payment options 
• Sterilize dental instruments. 
• Preparation of dental materials, cements, composites, impression materials, etc.
• Taking dental x-rays (must be licensed in the state)
• Prevention and management of dental medical emergencies. 
• Secretion control, which is achieved by drying patients’ mouths and employing suction; Assisting dentists and hygienists during treatments by handling tools and materials; Providing comfort to patients before, during, and after treatments or tests; Taking down vital indicators such as pulse and blood pressure are measured and recorded; Checking patients in, leading them to exam rooms or seats, and assisting them in getting situated in for their visit; Educating patients about post-procedure care; Educating patients about appropriate oral hygiene; Helping in the retrieval of charts and medical records; Keeping records; Making appointments; Exposing and processing X-rays and lab tests under the dentist’s supervision; You’ll also have to clean and prepare treatment rooms and laboratories. Dental assistants sterilize and disinfect equipment per OSHA, CDC, EPA, and OSAP guidelines. Dental aides prepare, pour, and take alginate imprints of patients’ teeth. Arcing and mounting study casts are examples of this, while custom trays, mouth guards, and teeth-whitening trays are also available.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Licensed as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
• Experience working with patients in a dental office
• License required for dental x-ray; DEXIS software to scan digital films.
• Knowledge of using XCP instruments.

What SBS Can Offer You as an EFDA

You are joining a thriving, ambitious group of colleagues – like minded in our passion for high quality patient care and the people who make that happen every day.

• Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
• Teaching environment with succession planning and continuing education
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision)
• 401(k) Savings Plan