P/T Registered Dental Assistant (Friday only)

This position commands all the skills and knowledge without needing help or guidance at any
time. This position is for employees that have shown, not only their dedication to their
profession, their dedication to VVHC its mission and our patients through years of services. This
position will continue to greet and prepare dental patients, perform a variety of technical duties
to assist dentists in the examination and treatment of patients; and perform related duties
involved in the care and maintenance of dental instruments, equipment and supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School diploma or GED. Completion of an approved dental assisting program
preferred.

Registration: Washington State Department of Health Registration – Required
Current in person BLS (Basic Life Support) certification - Maintained

Certification: Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) preferred.

Experience: Minimum of one year experience at VVHC or professional equivalent.

Equipment/Skills: Ability to work as a team member within a clinical environment, ability to
set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established
regulations and guidelines. Current knowledge of WISHA guidelines. Ability to rise to a
leadership role to set an example for all employees. Train new employees. Efficient computer
skills.

Physical demands: Ability to physically perform the functions of the job, including sitting,
standing, walking, lifting, carrying, bending, and reaching with or without reasonable
accommodation.

Status Classification: Hourly

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Maintain a current registration with the State that is the employee’s responsibility to
renew annually based on date on birth and give the renewed registration to the supervisor
at least 2 weeks prior to expiration date.

2. COMMUNICATION- Communicates effectively and courteously with all VVHC staff,

clients, and community partners, utilizing appropriate channels of communication for
problem-solving and conflict resolution. Sustains a cooperative, helpful, respectful and
professional working relationship with supervisor. Can take direction with enthusiasm
and understanding. Asks appropriate clarifying questions relative to scope of assignment.

3. ORGANIZATION & TIME MANAGEMENT - Productive and efficient use of time,
prioritizing appropriately. Maintains a clean, orderly and professional work area. Does
not allow personal issues to interfere with workload & keeps social interaction to a
minimum. Takes & returns from lunch/breaks in timely manner. Follows guidelines
established at time of assignment. Accepts assignments willingly.

4. SAFETY- Ensures safe work environment, promotes accident prevention and follows
proper reporting procedures for situations that impact safety or customer service.
Actively participates in quality improvement processes and identifies priorities.

5. WORK ETHIC - Adheres to policies and procedures. Takes responsibility for own
actions & seeks to correct mistakes. Initiates and follows through on assignments in a
timely manner. Consistently reports to work on time & ensures PTO is available for
unexpected absences.

6. TEAM CONTRIBUTION - Promotes positive teamwork and cohesiveness between all
staff. Participates in and supports team meetings, activities & problem solving. Provides
constructive recommendations for improvements within department & clinic as a whole
and acts as resource of knowledge, skills and conduct. Participates in training and
mentoring of new staff members. Keeps behaviors, communications and other outward
expressions regarding Valley View Health Center in a positive manner.

7. SERVICE EXCELLENCE - Demonstrates awareness of and commitment to goals and
mission of VVHC. Prioritizes customer service. Maintains high quality, accuracy, and
neatness in work performed. Remains calm & tactful under stress, conflict or
emergencies.

8. CONFIDENTIALITY/PROFESSIONALISM - Maintains organizational and patient
confidentiality. Maintains appropriate personal boundaries with clients and co-workers.
Acts with integrity. Accepts supervision and criticism in constructive manner. Maintains
professional appearance. Demonstrates ability to adapt to change. Understands all
HIPPA policies and regulations for proper handling of patient related information.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

A. Understands the functions, expectations and responsibilities of the job, policies,
procedures and standards of the organization. Comprehends how the job interrelates with
the organization and its mission, vision and values. Shows initiative for continuous
learning and demonstrates ability to grasp new skills and concepts. To include:

• Knows VVHC charting system and how all entries in patient charts are made.

• Knows where everything in the office is located.
• Knowledge of all supplies stocked by VVHC and the reordering process.
• Knows how to use the SDS book.
• Knowledge of current WISHA guidelines.
• Knows all requirements of the infection control manual.
• Is able to educate patient and parents of treatment needs and home care

JOB PERFORMANCE:

A. Performs the functions, expectations and responsibilities of the job thoroughly, accurately
and efficiently while exhibiting the required skills and abilities of the job. To include:

• Properly turning over an operatory per WISHA/OSHA and AAAHC

• Sets up an operatory for all procedures done in this clinic.
• Can assist chairside for all procedures done in this clinic.
• Knows how to place an effective rubber dam.
• Knows correct instrument cleaning, sterilizing, and tray set up and storage

• Knows how to prepare all materials for use;

• Stainless steel crowns

• Knows all surgical instruments and their use.
  

B. Willing, capable and effective at training new dental assistants at any level.

C. Knows the cleaning schedule and maintains steam autoclave, statim and ultrasonic
machine. Knows basic maintenance to include gasket changing.

D. Exposes, develops, and properly displays all required radiographs. Standards include:

• Has detailed knowledge of how the x-ray machines works.
• Can trouble shoot Panorex film quality and positioning problems.
• Knows how to maintain the automatic film developing machine. (Morton)
• Can trouble shoot machine processing problems. (Morton)
  

E. Knows basic chair maintenance to include changing the overhead lights and fiber optics.

F. Can trouble shoot malfunctioning equipment and can communicate with the repair

technician.

G. Can fix minor equipment problems.