What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Appalachian Mountain Health?

JOB SUMMARY

Verifies patient information by interviewing patient. Candidates must have at least one year of dental assisting experience. You will greet patients, prepare dental van, and help the dentist during patient examinations and other dental procedures. Between patients, you will clean exam dental van and replenish & stock supplies.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Gather patient information and health background
Prepare the work area for procedures
Take x-rays of patients' teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist
Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures
Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions
Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
Restock treatment areas and monitor inventory
Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school (preferred)
1 years of dental assisting experience
X-ray certification a plus
Current BLS and CPR certification
Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques

Requirements

Knowledge :

General knowledge of quality improvement practices.

Skills :

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient with medical office technology and equipment, including computers, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and phone systems, as well as MS Excel / Word / Outlook, Electronic Health Record systems and automated medical scheduling and billing programs.

Excellent interpersonal skills in group and community settings

Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate

Effective management of multiple duties and responsibilities in a clinical setting

Sound leadership and clinical judgment

Excellent communication skills in person, on the phone and in written communications

Flexibility in a rapidly growing and changing work environment

Strong attention to detail

Exceptional customer service skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and clinical information

Excellent listener

Demonstrates initiative

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Required :

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

Satisfactory completion of Dental Assistant Certification Program

Preferred :

Experience working with racially and ethnically diverse populations, low-income populations and people experiencing homelessness

At least one year of experience in a primary care or public dental setting functioning at the full extent of her / his training

Experience with Practice Management systems and EHR

Prior work in performance or quality improvement

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Full range of motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination

Standing and walking frequently and occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, biohazards, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical setting

Travel within western North Carolina

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fast paced work environment.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

DISCLAIMER The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and / or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Learn More

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