LRCHC Dental Assistant en CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION

Description

Summary

The Dental Assistant position is not just a job – it is a career.  Lake Roosevelt Community Health Centers provide responsive, high quality health care services that meet the needs of all users in a non-discriminatory, confidential, compassionate and professional atmosphere.   To meet this mission, it is expected that all employees (regardless of job title) perform their job duties in a professional manner.   This expectation requires awareness and high-quality service to our many customers.   It also requires maintaining job competence, ethical personal and professional behavior, and sustaining supportive/caring relationships at work and in the communities we serve.  Meeting these expectations is a minimum requirement for continued employment with Lake Roosevelt Community Health Centers.   We invite candidates that are interested in working in either the San Poil (Keller) Clinic or the Inchelium Clinic. 

Distinguishing Career Features

This position is a key position to the overall success of our dental patient satisfaction.  It will require specific career features, such as:

• A very friendly, outgoing disposition.
• Above average organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Above average attendance. 
• Excellent computer and communication skills.
• Patience, understanding, and the desire to always help others.
• The ability to take into consideration each person’s unique circumstances in the provision of service.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to meet and greet patients in a friendly, professional demeanor.  
• Responsible for preparing treatment rooms/space/equipment for patients and dental professionals.
• Ensures accurate patient chart/dental/medical histories are provided for each patient visit.
• Ensures that dental tools and all other equipment are available for the dental professionals at the time of patient visit.  
• Responsible for documentation or the checkup and the treatment plan(s).
• Follows sanitation guidelines and sterilizes dental instruments, equipment and facilities.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Performs all duties using universal precautions and appropriate protective equipment as required to reduce exposure to infection, bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of dental terminology is preferred.

Qualifications

Education, Licenses, Certification and Experience

To apply for this position, you would need a high school diploma or a GED to work as a trainee.  Dental assistant candidates will need to provide a copy of their license.

A valid Washington State driver's license is required, and you must be eligible for the Colville Tribes vehicle insurance and maintained throughout employment.  

Basic Life Support, HIPAA and Privacy Act training certification is required within 90 days of hire.

Working Conditions

LRCHC has ADA compliant facilities.  The position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time.  May require lifting of 15 – 50 lbs.  Must be proficient with computers and willing to learn new software applications.