What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at PrairieStar Health Center, Inc.?
DENTAL ASSISTANT
PrairieStar Health Center is seeking a dental assistant to work in our busy dental clinic. This is a full time position. Must be organized, self-motivated and enjoy working with all types of people.
JOB SUMMARY - Provides technical assistance to the dentists in provision dental care and establishes a friendly atmosphere for patients.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Promote an atmosphere of good dental and general health.
- Aid the dentist or dental hygienist in the administration of treatment through four-handed practices at chair side.
- Ensure that all instruments, charts, dental visit records (DVR) and radiographs are available in the operatory prior to the arrival of the patient.
- Prepare dental materials correctly, as needed, and in an amount sufficient to meet the needs of the procedure.
- Anticipate the sequence of dental procedures and prepare in advance so that the dentist may work as efficiently as possible.
- Maintain a sterile and neat working environment.
- Review the health history, make chart entries under the direction of the operator.
- Record all exam findings and treatments rendered in the patient’s chart.
- Maintain security of confidential records as mandated by HIPAA regulations.
- Pour and trim models, fabricate trays and perform other lab duties.
- Process x-rays according to procedure.
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or GED. One year’s training as a dental assistant is preferred. Maintain BLS certification.
This job description is not a complete list of all duties and responsibilities of this position.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
