POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of duties related to dental patient care directed by our dental provider. The Dental Assistant’s primary responsibility is to provide chairside assistance to the dentist. The DA is also responsible for taking x-rays, patient charting, equipment sterilization, greeting patients, preparing for treatment, and backup support for other staff.

We’re looking for a dental assistant who is passionate about caring for patients and enjoys travel.

In this role, the Dental Assistant will work in our Mobile Dental Unit providing care for our patients. Additionally, the DA will work with a variety of schools on a rotating schedule, assisting with the oral health treatment and education of adolescents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES

• 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
• Ensures that the dentist has all needed supplies ready for each appointment
• Takes and prepares radiographs using digital technology, following radiograph procedure and following proper radiation safety precautions
• Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry; anticipates the dentist’s needs and engages in time outs prior to procedure
• Performs, monitors, and records all sterilization activities on log to include weekly biological spore testing
• Maintains proper aseptic techniques necessary with dental equipment; maintains and properly sterilizes instruments
• Adheres to CDC guidelines for proper infection control guidelines in the dental setting, to include wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper hand washing requirements
• Stocks supplies according to need
• Assists in front office type duties and job allows; Assists in calling patients/parents for appointments, calling parents for information such as informed consent or to communicate any urgent need for care, helps fill schedule during cancellations
• Performs other duties, as assigned

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years Dental Assisting Required
• X-Ray Certification Required
• Proven experience as dental assistant
• Strong knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Proficiency in EMR and computer skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.69 - $22.51 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid jury duty
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person