What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Indian Health Service?
Locations : Missoula, MTType : UrbanSalary Range : $22 to $22 / Per HourOpen Period : 12 / 19 / 2024 until filledSummary : All Nations is committed to providing sustainable healthy lives for our Native people and the surrounding community through culturally based, holistic care.Duties : Responsibilities :
- Assist dentist and hygienist during patient procedures and treatments.
- Prepare instruments and dental materials; sterilize equipment.
- Take and develop x-rays, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Educate patients on post-treatment care and dental hygiene practices.
- Greet and check-in patients, manage appointment scheduling, and ensure all paperwork is complete.
- Verify insurance details, process billing and payments, and handle patient inquiries via phone and email.
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with office administration tasks as needed.
- Protects patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of medical, personal, and financial information.
- Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.
- Other duties as assigned.Qualifications : Qualifications :
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Current Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification and BLS certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days.
- Experience as a dental assistant and / or receptionist preferred.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a focus on patient care and customer service.
- Proficiency in dental practice management software (Dentrix, Eaglesoft) is a plus.
- Valid MT Driver's License and clean driving record
- Be willing to consent to criminal background check. Employees may be requested to stay or report to work, when needed, to complete essential tasks to the benefit of the organization. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties to complete tasks.Work Type : Permanent, Part Learn More
Salary : $22