** Dental Assistant - Full Time **

Dental Assistant

As our network of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) continues to grow, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dental Assistant to join our talented and passionate care team. The Dental Assistant (DA) supports the clinical team in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout the surgical process. This role assists with the preparation and care of surgical patients, performs delegated clinical duties in accordance with established policies and procedures, and provides chairside and surgical support to dentists during procedures. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for instrument processing, operatory turnover, inventory management, and maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical environment.

The Dental Assistant will:

• Assist and anticipate the needs of dentists and anesthesia providers during surgical procedures by providing instruments, sutures, sponges, and other required supplies.
• Prepare dental surgical cases by gathering equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for each procedure.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels and assist with stock management of clinical and surgical supplies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and dentist preferences to support efficient case flow.
• Provide age-appropriate care to pediatric and adolescent patients, recognizing developmental, psychosocial, communication, and safety needs.
• Assist with patient positioning and transfers to ensure safety and comfort throughout the surgical process.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments, equipment, and treatment areas in accordance with facility policies, manufacturer guidelines, and CDC standards.
• Prepare, operate, and maintain dental radiography equipment and obtain diagnostic x-rays as directed.
• Clean, restock, and prepare treatment rooms and operating rooms between cases and at the end of each day.
• Assist with operating room turnover to support efficient patient flow and surgical operations.
• Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and standards related to patient care, safety, infection prevention, and professional conduct.

Competency areas include Customer/Client Focus, Teamwork Orientation, Problem Solving / Analysis, Communication Proficiency, Learning Orientation, Ethical Conduct, Stress Management / Composure, and Discretion.

Position requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, minimum of one year of dental assisting experience, strong knowledge of dental procedures and terminology, current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 30 days of hire, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within 90 days of hire, and successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Preferred qualifications include completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program, Dental Radiology / X-Ray certification, experience working with pediatric patients and surgical procedures, and any state-specific credentials.

Benefits include comprehensive health insurance coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), disability insurance, a variety of voluntary benefit options, competitive 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Blue Cloud is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cloud is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process.

Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers LLC