What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant (Koweta): 25-205/ 25-108/ 25-107 position at Muscogee (Creek) Nation Department of Health?
Dental Assistant (Koweta)
VA 25-205
VA 25-108
VA 25-107
Full time position available, good working and training environment. Easy driving distance Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Wagoner & Muskogee areas. New pay scale -based on years of experience, Excellent benefits, Yearly paid time off: 13 days annual, 13 days sick, 13-16 days holidays, 3 personal days, additional inclement weather and admin days.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: ALL applicants must apply separate applications online at Department of Health Application at www.creekhealth.org/careers/
**The Department of Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer; however, Indian Preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants. **
DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the position is to provide a variety of clerical, housekeeping, and clinical functions, which aid the dental team in the performance of their assigned duties. This assistant benefits the designated population through providing adequate dental services. This position is located at the Koweta Indian Health Center in Coweta, OK.
REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. One (1) year of relevant experience as a dental assistant is recommended but not required. Dental Assistant permit required or have the ability to obtain an Oklahoma State Board of Dentistry assistant permit.
EVALUATION METHODS: Applicants who meet the requirements described above will be evaluated to determine the extent to which they possess or have the potential to acquire knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics, (KSAP's) required of this position. Applicants should address the following KSAP's on a separate attachment to their application.
- Knowledge of the proper techniques for caring for all dental equipment and instruments as well as their proper sterilization and storage.
- Knowledge of instruments and materials used in routine dental procedures.
- Knowledge of dental terminology and record keeping to accurately record dental treatment information.
- Knowledge of sterilization techniques.
- Ability to pass dental instruments and materials and operate oral suction and retraction instruments while assisting with dental procedures.
- Knowledge of steps and techniques required for the placement of sealants on teeth.
- Knowledge and skill in tooth isolation techniques required to maintain a dry field for placement of restorations and sealants.
- Knowledge of procedures for appointing and routing patients for dental treatment, for ordering supplies and requesting dental laboratory services.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
