JOB STATEMENT/SUMMARY

The dental assistant helps the dentist to provide efficient, high-quality care to dental patients at Coplin Health Systems (CHS).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

· Greets patients and ensures high quality, efficient dental care at each visit.

· Helps to maintain the dental clinic by caring for equipment, sterilizing instruments, setting up instrument trays, stocking rooms and lab, preparing materials, and assisting with procedures.

· Updates and maintains dental records in EHR.

· Maintains supply inventory.

· Prepares patients for dental work, collecting and recording medical and dental histories and patient vital signs.

· Records treatment information in patient records.

· Assists dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs.

· Assists dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary.

· Provides proper suction during dental procedures.

· Provides postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.

· Implements and processes X-rays of patients (e.g., panoramic, periapical, and bitewing).

· Exposes dental x-rays from dental diagnostics and cares for dental x-ray equipment.

· Fabricates, adjusts, inserts, and cements temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.

· Processes lab work for the dentist and alerts dentist of abnormal results.

· Forms preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.

· Adjusts full and partial dentures.

· Advises patients on recommended oral health care, including plaque control programs, dental hygiene, etc.

· Complies with OSHA regulations of all safety, sterilization, and infection control requirements.

· Interacts harmoniously and effectively with others, focusing upon the attainment of organizational goals and objectives through a commitment to teamwork.

· Enhances public image of the program and agency through professional conduct and appearance.

· Complies with all safety rules and protocols. Reports all accidents, regardless of severity, immediately to the Dentist and Site Director.

· Abides by the organization's compliance program and requirements.

· Stays current on all required training.

· Performs other duties as assigned by the Dentist and/or Site Director.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies

· Electronic Health Record

· Computers

· Patient Care in a Dental Practice

· Clinical Sterilization

· Dental Equipment, Instruments, and X-ray Machines

· OSHA and Safety Regulations

· Professionalism

· Collaboration

· Communication

· Written and Verbal Communication

Education (level and type) and Related Work Experience

Graduate of an accredited dental assistant and/or 1-2 years of experience as a chair side Dental Assistant preferred, along with CPR certification. Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent.

Professional Growth & Development

Coplin Health Systems believes our employees should continually develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities. All employees are expected to participate in Coplin-sponsored professional development activities (e.g., education programs, in-service meetings, training workshops, coaching, etc.) and remain current in their role capacity through individual development activities (e.g., reading current literature, participating in webinars, attending local and/or regional workshops, etc.).

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

DISCLAIMER

This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The table below shows how much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3

Standing X

Walking X

Sitting X

Using hands to finger, handle or feel X

Reaching with hands and armsX

Climbing or Balancing X

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling X

Talking or hearing X

Tasting or smelling X

Driving X

Lifting to 25 pounds X

This position is described as light physical activity job. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with frequent interruptions.

Conditions of Employment

Security and Background Requirements

If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all applicants. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required later. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, and/or appropriate disciplinary action.

Department of Homeland Security

If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS.

Direct Deposit

All employees are required to have bi-weekly payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

Other Requirements of Employment

· WV Cares Clearance

· Drug Screening

· Driver’s License

EEO Statement

Coplin Health Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Coplin Health Systems complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Coplin Health Systems expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Coplin Health Systems’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person