Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantJericho Road Community Health Center is actively seeking a Dental Assistant. This position is full-time, within the Dental Department, at our 1021 Broadway location.Jericho Road offers the opportunity to engage in a movement far larger than any one individual. We influence each other, our clients and patients, our families and communities. We are part of a global team that influences the health and wellbeing of communities internationally. Every day, Jericho Road's mission of caring for communities and advocating for systemic health equity guides us in our collective purpose. We are looking for individuals who share that goal and are committed to that service. As a federally qualified health center (FQHC), our organization's mission is deeply rooted in making fundamental changes in the communities we serve, advocating for social justice and meeting people where they are. With global clinics across the world, the impact you make will transcend borders, with opportunities to engage in meaningful work at our Sierra Leone, Goma or Nepal global clinics.Jericho Road offers competitive pay and benefits including medical (single-high coverage paid in full by employer), HSA, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance benefit, supplemental insurances, tuition discounts, generous paid time off, the opportunity for global travel to our three global health clinics, and loan forgiveness for applicable positions. Jericho Road values both work and life. The option of a flexible 40-hour workweek is possible within certain teams.ResponsibilitiesAssisting a practicing dentist at their chair during examination and treatment of patients, including operative and surgical casesSterilize dental instruments and toolsProvide chair-side assistance during dental proceduresRegularly and consistently meet quality and patient care standards established by managementProvide fantastic customer service while performing exceptional patient care.Oversee sterilization of dental instruments and toolsMaintain inventory, and ordering supplies needed to provide patient careDemonstrate proficiency in taking patients dental health histories and vital signs, as well as providing premium patient careEducate and provided patient care in a fast-paced dental officeCommunicate with the Dental Director regarding proposed changes, developments, and opportunities affecting the dental programRelied upon to organize, sanitize, and maintain patient care areas.Assist the Doctor in patient care, and laboratory duties.Documenting, establishing, and maintaining patients' history in Dentrix systemMonthly auditing of inventory supply to replenish and order as neededVerify appointments and direct patients to proper clinical or administrative areaSchedule appointments for patients in person or on the telephoneAnswer, screen, and direct incoming callsPrepare letters, information packets, other correspondences as neededAssisting the patient recruitment and growth of clinicEnsure compliance with industry rules and regulationsAttend trainings and educational opportunities to remain current in best dental assistant practicesMaintain compliance with HIPAA guidelines and take corrective action with the support of management if necessaryFollow OSHA regulations and safety requirementsAttend monthly all staff meetings and mandatory organizational trainingQualificationsHigh School graduate or GED equivalentGraduation from an accredited Dental Assistant Program preferredPrefer at least one year experience in a dental office which included assisting a dentist in patient treatmentPrevious experience with the Dentrix EDR system preferredMust be caring and compassionate and willing to work with a diverse patient population, treating patients equally regardless of medical condition, income level, race, religion, etc.Rate: $19.00-$21.00 an hour. Individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other position related components.Jericho Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equity of opportunity for all.