Hybrid Dental Assistant - Part Time bei Women's Care

Description

Under the general supervision of a Dentist in a clinical setting, the Dental Assistant will work with the dentist in providing dental treatment for patients.

•    Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants.
•    Prepares and maintains dental instruments, supplies and equipment; prepares the operatory for the patient visit.
•    Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed; collects and records patient health histories.
•    Drapes patient with protective linens and sets up instrument tray containing instruments, suction, gauze and other required supplies.
•    Prepares dental materials—cements, amalgams, composites, impression materials, etc.
•    Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following proper radiation safety precautions.
•    Assists with dental charting as appropriate.
•    Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies.
•    Manages the patient during dental procedures.
•    Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry; anticipates the dentist’s needs.
•    Takes impressions for study casts, athletic mouth guards and custom tray.  Performs laboratory procedures neatly and efficiently.  Pours models with no bubbles, properly trim models, polish dental prostheses, make vac-u-press forms.
•    At the conclusion of the procedure, assists patient, clears work site of instruments and other materials; follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operatory for the next patient.
•    Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility.
•    Scans reception room for patients and helps to manage patient flow.
•    Maintains and inventories dental supplies and lets manager know to reorders as necessary; tracks and verifies invoices if assigned by manager.
•    Cleans and sterilizes all instruments; helps to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
•    Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities for Certified Dental Assistants:
•    Polish the patient’s teeth to remove stains and soft deposits with Coronial Polishing Certification.
•    Apply topical fluoride and varnishes.
•    Apply pit and fissure sealants.
•    Remove surgical sutures.
•    Pre-select orthodontic bands.
•    Place and remove orthodontic bands.
•    Adapt temporary crowns.
•    Place topical medications.
•    Remove excess cement from fabricated restoration and orthodontic bands.
•    Demonstrates and embodies the Women’s Care mission and core values.
•    Compliance with all HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.
•    Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of dental assistant experience OR certification in Dental Assisting.
• CPR certification
• Strong customer service skills and ability to put patients at ease.
• Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
• Maintains and expands current level of dental assistant skill and knowledge by periodically attending continuing education programs.
• Places a high value on personal and departmental performance excellence.
• Able to professionally handle high-pressure situations and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision.
• Able to accept constructive criticism and instruction while maintaining a positive attitude towards managers, programs and job responsibilities.
• Acts as a role model – willing to accept or volunteer on projects as opportunity arises.
• Must be dependable, reliable, and punctual.