Dental Assistant

Community Action Agency of Columbiana County, Inc.

7880 Lincole Place, Lisbon, OH 44432

330/424-7221

Health, Behavioral Health and Dental Centers

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Dental Assistant

SUPERVISOR: Dental Director

CAACC Mission Statement: To strengthen the community, foster well-being and promote self-sufficiency.

CAA Health, Behavioral Health and Dental Centers’ Mission Statement: To provide safe, high quality, comprehensive and affordable health, behavioral health and dental care to the people of our service area.

• JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the dentists and dental hygienist in the direct provision of primary care dental services to dental center patients; also responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies.

• SPECIFIC DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows CAA policies/procedures, including current HIPAA regulations
• Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions and giving directions to patients as authorized by the dentist or dental hygienist
• Serves as dentist’s or dental hygienist’s chair-side assistant
• Prepares operatory for patient treatment as per CAA protocols and the dentist’s or hygienist’s directions
• Exposes and develops dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations and law as well as CAA’s directives/protocols
• Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulation/law and CAA directive/protocols
• Maintains dental equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and CAA’s policies/protocols
• Maintains all dental center areas in compliance with CAA directives/protocols/policies/procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues
• Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of individual item shortages for inventory control and ordering purposes
• Accurately maintains and assists the dentists/hygienist in maintaining patient records, documents, forms and related paperwork
• Receives/places necessary telephone calls consistent with dental center business and to facilitate scheduling
• Assists with various clinical/administrative functions of the center
• Ensures the sterility of all reusable dental instruments and equipment in accordance with CAA directives/protocols
• Ensures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with CAA policy as well as state/federal law
• Travel required for CMEs, trainings, outreach programs, and when necessary to meet operational needs.
• Performs all functions in full compliance with Exposure Control Plan including but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment and universal precautions
• Participates in appropriate health promotion/disease prevention activities, both on-site and off-site as required
• Responsible for all personal compliance in full with applicable federal, state, local and CAA rules, regulations, protocols and procedures
• All other duties as assigned

• REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Completion of accredited course in dental assisting preferred
• Certified dental assistant preferred
• Radiology license preferred
• Current CPR certification
• Biennial continuing education necessary to maintain certification/licensure

• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
• 1-2 year(s) of experience in oral health care is preferred
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Background check including Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Medicare exclusion list, verification of valid driver’s license, employment medical exam, including a TB test, adherence to all CAA policies/procedures and requirements of all funding sources. CAA is a drug/alcohol-free and smoke-free workplace and post-offer drug and alcohol testing is required.
• Ability to work in several locations
• Comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures for all phases of general dentistry
• Demonstrates computer skills
• Knowledge of modern dental materials, their storage, handling and applications
• Ability to accurately carry out orders of dentists and hygienist in a timely manner
• Initiative to understand and carry out tasks necessary to assure good patient care without constant supervision
• 90-day probationary period

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged sitting or standing may be required
• Physical movements and the degree of mobility, manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination normally associated with the practice of modern dental assisting on a repetitive basis
• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, radiation and other conditions common to a clinical environment
• Frequent exposure to chemicals and substances common in an office environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and often high-stress environment as well as the ability to adapt quickly to workload changes
• Ability to deal with inside and outside clientele in a diplomatic and courteous manner while assuring adherence to CAA policies/procedures
• Above average oral, reading and writing skills to accurately operate a computer, perform necessary documentation and effectively communicate with staff, patients, clients, customers, business partners, other CAA departments and visitors

• WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Various noises associated with a busy clinical setting
• Numerous interruptions
• Constantly changing dental environment
• Ability to work at varying locations and with varying staff members as assigned
• Ability to work with potentially hazardous substances and equipment
• Ability to take direction from multiple dentists
• Ability to remain calm and cheerful under stressful working conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Dental Assistant (Preferred)
• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18