What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Danbury Health Systems?
3000 Sign On Bonus PotentialNuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations - Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York.Summary : Performs a variety of technical functions. Assists the dentist with all procedures, and meets the dental needs of patients. Actively participates in department performance improvements.Responsibilities :
- Assists the dentist with instrument passing
- Prepares restorative material impressions for dentures
- Takes and develops x-rays
- Accurately mounts & labels radiographs with patient's name & date after development
- Charts dentists instructions at chair-side to assist with developing treatment plans
- Explains treatment plan, need for oral hygienic and post-operative instructions to patients
- Greets and seats patients. Verifies with patient that all information is correct & up to date
- Checks all sterilizers for proper operation
- Always wears established protective gear when working and thoroughly washes hands regularly throughout shift
- Follows safety standards established within the department
- Notifies lead assistant immediately of any equipment malfunction and low levels of products
- Documents patient complaints according to policy
- Actively participates in department performance improvementsRequirements :
- Certified Dental Assistant or X-Ray Certification
- HS Graduate or Equivalent
- All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and have childhood immunization records (MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B) prior to starting at Nuvance.
- 3 - 5 years work experience (preferred)
- Radiation Health and Safety CertificateLocation : Danbury-70 Main StWork Type : Full-TimeStandard Hours : 40.00Work Shift : M-F Variable 8-5Pay Range : $22.00 - $28.00 (based on experience)EOE, including disability / vetsWe will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities. Learn More
Salary : $22 - $28
