The Dental Assistant is part of the team dedicated to providing comprehensive, accessible care and innovative practices focusing on wellness and prevention. This position performs all chairside procedures, sterilization, taking radiographs, lab procedures, entering treatment and notes into the dental EMR.  The Dental Assistant will be highly motivated, provide excellent patient care and be quality conscious.  

4 day week (Mon-Thurs) - guaranteed 3 day weekends! 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs all chairside dental procedures efficiently 

Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulation and law and department directive and protocol 

Sterilization and preparation of dental operatories and instruments 

Properly take diagnostic quality radiographs 

Performs all necessary lab procedures 

Responsible for stocking treatment areas 

Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology 

Demonstrates knowledge of dental instruments, treatment equipment and maintenance procedures 

Efficiently directs patient flow through teamwork and communication 

Maintains compliance with OSHA and department policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control, and safety issues 

Receptionist duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED certificate 

Completion of accredited course in dental assisting preferred 

Experience

At least two (2) years' experience as a chairside Dental Assistant preferred 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire 

Certified Dental Assistant preferred 

Registered Dental Assistant preferred 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Bilingual preferred 

Deliver quality care to children and adults  

Multi-task and prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols 

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written) 

Patient/staff rapport - make positive contribution to office/organization 

Knowledge of modern dental materials, their storage handling and applications preferred 

Dentrix software knowledge preferred 

Dexis imaging knowledge preferred 

Oral surgery experience preferred 

Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Manual Dexterity: Work requires accuracy and moderate speed

Physical Effort: Work requires considerable variety of fairly steady active physical exertion with some and/or continuous standing or walking

Working Conditions: May include exposure to conditions requiring the use of personal protective equipment

Hazards: Exposure to hazards that may result in short-term work-related absences. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and hazardous materials

Travel: Travels when necessary to meet operational needs