Now Hiring a Full Time Registered Dental Assistant! Must have certification.

Job Summary

Performs those duties which assist the dentist and hygienist in the care and treatment of patients

Duties and Responsibilities

Must Be FULLY VACCINATED FOR COVID 19

• Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions, explaining treatment recommended by the dentist and giving directions to patients as authorized by the dentist or dental hygienist.

• Serves as dentist’s chair-side assistant.

• Prepares the operatory for patient treatment as per the dentist’s directions.

• Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulation and law.

• Maintains Dental Department equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and Dental Department policy and protocol. Keeps a log on all inspections of equipment.

• Maintains all Dental Department areas in compliance with infection control, exposure control and safety issues. Responsible for weekly spore testing of autoclave and keeping results in a log.

• Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of individual item shortages for inventory control and ordering purposes.

• Receives and places necessary telephone calls consistent with professional matters, clinic business and with patient care of the Dental Department.

• Assists with various clinical and administrative functions of ACHC as appropriate.

• Insures the sterility of all reusable dental instruments and equipment.

• Insures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with state and federal regulations.

• Performs all functions in full compliance with the Department Exposure Control Plan including but not limited to the use of Personal Protective Equipment and Universal Precautions.

• Participates in appropriate health promotion / disease prevention activities, both on-site and off-site as required.

• As directed by a supervisor, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives.

• Responsible for personal compliance in full with all applicable federal, state, local and ECDC rules, regulations, protocols and procedures including but not limited to the participation of a Dental Assistant in the provision of clinical dental care, as well as those relating to, but not limited to personnel issues, work place safety and public health.

Education

• High School diploma

• registered dental certification, some college preferred, Current CPR (BLS)

Experience:

• Prefer minimum of one year experience as a RDA.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Communicate in English and Spanish

• Ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols.

• Learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures

• Project a pleasant and professional image

• Plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks

• Have compassion and caring in dealing with others

• Perform tasks appropriately and efficiently

• Tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions

• Understanding patient education needs and how to share information with patients and families effectively

Physical/Mental Demands:

Must be able to use appropriate body mechanics and techniques when making necessary patient transfers and helping patients with walking, dressing, etc. Must be able to lift 30 pounds of supplies.

Environmental/Working Conditions:

For the most part, ambient room temperatures, lighting and a traditional office environment exists. May experience traumatic situations including psychiatric and medical crisis situations within the environment; some exposure to hazardous materials or physical risks requiring basic safety precautions; exposure to blood borne pathogens requiring PPE. Exposure to virus, disease, and infection.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.05 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person