What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Dental Assistant position at The Tooth Truck?
Job Description- Part-Time Dental Assistant
Reports to:
Program Director of the Tooth Truck, Inc. and General Dentist of Tooth Truck, Inc. for dental treatment related duties.
Overview:
Under immediate supervision, assists dentist during examinations and treatment of patients; prepares working areas, instruments, and materials for use in dentistry. Educates each patient on proper oral hygiene technique and engages with each child to boost self-esteem. Part-time position is for Thursdays and Fridays, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Dental Assisting Responsibilities
-Instruct patients on proper oral hygiene and provide needed dental supplies
-Assist with procedures by handing instruments to Dentist; prepare or mix
dental materials as instructed
-Prepare work areas and instruments for Dentist; keep work area neat and
orderly; clean, oil and set up equipment; dust and disinfect surfaces;
sterilize instruments; set up instrument trays
-Ensure fluoride is applied at conclusion of prophy appointment (by either dentist or assistant)
-Obtain quality radiographs
-Build successful relationships with dentists by providing guidance and
feedback on dental care
- Abide by standard OSHA and HIPPA guidelines at all times
-Communicate needs for ordering more dental supplies
-Provide proper paperwork to patient’s parent/guardian regarding treatment plan
and post-operative care
-Review inventory to maintain adequate supplies; ensure materials have not
surpassed expiration dates for use
-Prepare Tooth Truck clinic for transport (i.e. tying down equipment, etc.)
-Participate in fundraising and public relations events as requested
-Fulfill other duties as assigned
Desirable knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics
-Completion of training to be a Dental Assistant
-Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
-Ability to operate various forms of dental equipment
-Understanding of service-oriented environment
-Interpersonal/human relations skills
-Ability to maintain standards of cleanliness
-Ability to interact with children
-Excellent computer and interpersonal skills
-Work successfully with a team of individuals towards a common goal
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 7 – 16 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $23