Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantThe Dental Assistant is a vital team member and provides chair side support to the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist for scheduled procedures. Dental Assistants are responsible for the preparation and maintenance of dental instruments and equipment needed for procedures in support of patient treatment. Dental Assistants work in partnership and joint accountability with other team members to achieve Neighborcare Health's Mission, Guiding Principles, Service Commitments, and Goals. This position is a split position between Neighborcare's Pacific Tower and Georgetown dental clinics.Health, Wellness & Retirement Benefits:Medical, dental & vision insurancePaid time off & paid holidaysRetirement with contribution matchLife & AD&D, pet insuranceEmployee assistance program, & more!Compensation:The target wage range for the position is $27.08 per hour to $34.04 per hour.Final offers are individually based on various factors, including skill set, years of experience, location, qualifications, work schedule and other job-related reasons.Union: SEIU Healthcare 1199NWIn this position you will:Provide chair side assistance by preparing operatory, including cleaning, disinfection, setting up instruments, materials, and appropriate anesthetic for scheduled procedures; including but not limited to, restorative work, surgical extractions, basic endodontics, scaling and root planning, pediatrics, and removable prosthodonticsInterview patient to determine reason for visit and collects patient's vital signs, e.g., blood pressurePlace sealants, perform fluoride treatments, coronal polish, and oral hygiene instructionTake digital x-raysTake intraoral photos and digital scansTake and pour impressionsFabricate provisional crownsMix materials, place rubber dams, matrices, and wedgesProperly pass instruments while maintaining proper aseptic techniques and appropriate safety standardsAnticipate and appropriately respond to patient's needs under dentist's supervisionIndirect Patient Care:Perform duties and responsibilities with excellence, enthusiasm, great service orientation demonstrating courteous behaviors and mannerisms, and by anticipating dental provider's needs.Perform routine equipment maintenance, as assigned by supervisor and/or Lead.Review patient charts prior to patient treatment.Prepare the clinic for next day's work schedule and patient appointments.Communicate with dental provider(s) about daily schedules to optimize patient experience.Participate in team huddles, providing patient by patient insights, and help anticipate patient needs and/or care gaps.Schedule appointments for patients in the EHR, as needed.Call patients regarding care needs and document accurately and appropriately in EDR, as directed.Participate in back-office dental meetings, huddles, and staff meetings.Maintain ethical standards and timely reporting of safety events.Required Skills:Ability to work in a fast-paced and complex health care environmentAbility to meet and comply with HIPAA/Confidentiality policies and procedures and to handle confidential and sensitive patient and staff informationKnowledge and adherence of asepsis, universal precautions, and sterilization processesKnowledge and understanding of dental terminology, instruments, and dental proceduresAbility to work respectfully and effectively with individuals of varying ethnicities, socio-economic levels, cultures and sexual orientationsDemonstrates the ability to conduct discussions of a sensitive nature with staff and patientsAbility to build relationships while maintaining appropriate boundariesAbility to develop collaborative working relationships that foster a positive working environment with an emphasis on teamworkDemonstrate effective time management skillsPreferred Skills:Proficient with computers and the use of email and electronic medical and dental recordsEducation/Experience Requirements:High school diploma or equivalentA current Washington State Dept. of Health Dental Assistant licenseBLS CertificationMinimum of 280 hours chairside dental assisting experiencePreferred Requirements:Completion of accredited Dental Assistant program1 year of dental assisting experienceAbout Neighborcare Health:Since 1968, Neighborcare Health has been removing barriers to health care for our neighbors. We believe everyone deserves a place to call their health care home, where a team of medical, dental and mental health professionals work in collaboration with each patient to develop a personal health improvement plan.We are one of the largest providers of primary medical, dental and behavioral health care services in the Seattle area serving low-income and uninsured families and individuals, seniors on fixed incomes, immigrants, and people experiencing homelessness. Each year we care for nearly 60,000 patients at our nearly 30 non-profit medical, dental and school-based clinics. We ask everyone to pay what they can, but no one is turned away due to inability to pay.Our clinics are located in neighborhoods where health disparities are the greatest, and our care teams, who speak over 55 languages and dialects, are as diverse as our patients. No matter who you are, or where you come from, regardless of your insurance, income or immigration status, you are welcome at Neighborcare Health.