• Review patients lists prior to visit and ensure supplies/equipment are prepared for each clinical visit.
• Arrive on time and check in with dental contact and review list of patients to be seen at the facility.
• Transport, set-up and take down equipment and supplies in room designated as work space by facility.
• Work with contacts at nursing home to coordinate transfer of patients and chart to and from the treatment room.
• Provide instruments/supplies during treatment procedures as indicated by DDS.
• Explain procedures as they are completed to patient. Follow up with staff at facility to review recommendations for patient.
• Enter chart notes for treatment at the time of treatment.
• Assist DDS in ensuring that OHSA safety and cleanliness regulations are followed during patient treatment.
• Ensure disposables are handled correctly before leaving facilities.
• Check out with dental contact at facility. Review chart notes/referrals and leave printed copies with facilities for patient charts.
• Work with clinical coordinator on schedule and follow up of patient care and treatment.
• Maintain dental equipment through regular cleaning and maintenance routines.
• Inventory supplies and order as needed.
• Follow regulated OHSA guidelines in handling and sterilization of instruments.
• Utilize personal vehicle for equipment/supply transport and traveling to scheduled facility visits (will be reimbursed business mileage).
• Ship and receive denture cases from lab on a weekly basis.

Requirements:

• Dental Assistant Certification preferred.
• 3-5 year clinical experience as a Chairside Dental Assistant required.
• Valid Driver’s License with no moving violations in the last 5 years.
• Willingness to travel within a 3-hour radius.
• Must have own reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to push/pull or - 200 lbs. (ex. wheelchair).