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CCI Health Services’ mission is to deliver high quality, accessible care to our community members, leading the way to a more equitable health care system for everyone.
Our vision is a healthy and empowered community for generations to come. POSITION SUMMARY : The Dental Assistant works under the supervision of the Dental Services Manager and is responsible for a wide range of tasks in the Dental Center, including patient care, administrative duties, laboratory, and x-ray functions.
The Dental Assistant position requires a diverse set of skills : clinical, clerical, interpersonal, and technological. The Dental assistant must have a license to conduct x-rays.
As a member of the health center’s integrated care team, the Dental Assistant will fulfill the following KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES towards the provision of patient-centered, coordinated patient care : Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment for each patient.
Organizing and laying out instruments for Provider’s use. Handing instruments and other materials to Provider during procedures.
Providing patient care and assistance to Provider as needed. Taking X-Rays of patients’ teeth. Make appointments, answer telephones and questions, making follow-up calls.
Process billing and collections. Collecting and recording patient health histories, taking blood pressure and pulse. Scan Dental Forms in Dentrix Process and Follow up on Referrals.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES : Knowledge of sterile procedures; cleaning specifications of various dental equipment, fixtures, utensils, and related materials.
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and maintaining quality control standards. Knowledge of methods, procedures, and protocols for the handling and disposing of hazardous waste materials.
Excellent customer service skills. Ability to foster a positive work environment. Excellent computer skills. Ability to make appointments, answer phones and questions, and contact patients for follow-up.
Ability to process billing and collections. Provide a positive attitude and behavior. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : License to operate X-Ray equipment in the state of Maryland Dental Assistant licenses are a plus Current CPR certification High School diploma or equivalent Ability to relate to culturally diverse patients and community Why work at CCI?
Extensive benefits plan Generous PTO Plan 403B Retirement Plan Employer match up to 4% Tuition Reimbursement Continuing education assistance;
can be used toward obtaining certifications, renewal of certifications, or possible conference attendance. Our providers are insured for malpractice under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
Founded in 1972, CCI Health Services is a diverse and inclusive workplace grounded in community. Located in the Washington, DC Metro Area, each year CCI cares for more than 60,000 individuals in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties.
As a non-profit, CCI is committed to improving health equity through the provision of affordable primary care for all, across all stages of life.
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Last updated : 2024-05-22
Full Time
Specialty Trade in Construction
$46k-57k (estimate)
05/24/2024
08/23/2024
cciweb.org
GAITHERSBURG, MD
100 - 200
1969
VIDURA DESILVA
$10M - $50M
Specialty Trade in Construction
At CCI Health & Wellness Services, work is more than just a job, its a purpose. Every day we strive to create a more equitable health care experience for communities made vulnerable by social, economic, and cultural barriers. We prevent. We make better. We help. We care. We serve because health is everything. Commitment: Empower patients at all stages of life through an unmatched, high quality, affordable health care experience. We help individuals live fuller lives by supporting their health and wellness journey. We do this by providing complete care, encompassing medical, behavioral, and den...tal care as well as specialty programs in HIV/AIDS treatment, prenatal, and refugee health care. To supplement these, we also offer access to WIC, nutrition counseling, and family planning services.
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