Position Summary:

The SCCC Dental Assistant is responsible for the delivery of professional dental care services. They assist the dentists and hygienists with procedures, room set-up, x-rays, language interpretation, and ensuring an organized and infection-free environment. The Dental Assistant performs specific duties as assigned by the Lead Dental Assistant, Dental Clinic Manager, and Dental Provider.

The Dental Assistant must demonstrate regard for the rights of all patients and provide respectful and considerate care focused on the patient's individual needs. The Dental Assistant provides a safe and confidential environment for patients, families, and personnel.

Essential Functions:

• Receives patient for treatment, performs mouth mirror inspection, identifies oral anatomy, and charts existing restorations. Performs coronal polishing procedures, applies topical fluoride, places pit and fissure sealants, and gives patients preventive education and oral hygiene instructions. Takes, records, and monitors vital signs.
• Using the concept of four-handed dentistry assists the dentist in restorative and surgical dental procedures and maintains field of operation during dental procedures through the use of retraction, suction, irrigation, drying and placing or removing cotton rolls, etc. Mixes dental materials, places, and removes retraction cord and matrix bands, removes sutures, places, and removes dental dam, and removes permanent cement from supragingival surfaces.
• Maintains proper and accurate records for dental patients.
• Case Management.
• Thorough and effective explanation of treatment plans including scheduling.
• Referral to Alliance Dental Practices.
• Follow through on Treatment Plans.
• Organizes and maintains the dental operatories.
• Orders and maintains the proper level of supplies.
• Producing and preparing radiographic images for the dentist.
• Applies effective communication techniques, and demonstrates knowledge of ethics, jurisprudence, and patient confidentiality. Recognizes, understands, and responds to dental and medical emergencies.
• Central Sterilization Area – Weekly Sterilization Testing.
• Understand and comply with OSHA requirements as determined by the OSHA Officer.
• Additional Tasks/Responsibilities (these may change, and additional duties may be assigned):
  • Outreach Activities in the community.
  • School screening and sealant days.
  • Equipment Repair and maintenance.

Additional Requirements:

• Grants are a vital part of Care Clinic revenues and directly or indirectly support all positions. This role may have responsibilities that are closely associated with grant deliverables. Grants and grant responsibilities may change over time.
• Complete all required training as designated by HR and the position supervisor.
• Adhere to all policies within the organization and those outlined within the Care Clinic Employee Handbook.
• Comply with all Care Clinic Vaccine Mandates.
• Willingness to travel and work at other SCCC locations as determined by the supervisor.
• Comply with all applicable Credentialing and Privileging requirements timely.
• Embrace the SCCC Mission and Vision and agree to work within the SCCC Guiding Principles and the principles set by the position supervisor.
• Must participate in quality assurance/ improvement activities when applicable.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to engage in each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Must haves to be successful:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
• Able to provide great patient care.
• Ability to read, write, and clearly speak the English language.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and deal with multiple linguistic variables.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, self-directed, and organized.
• Ability to reason objectively.
• Ability to handle a variety of duties that may be interrupted or changed by immediate circumstances.
• Ability to work well in a high-stress environment.

Nice to haves:

• Onsite Dental Training Program offered.
• Ability to speak Spanish (bilingual) is preferred.

Work Environment:

The work environment is in a healthcare setting and can be fast-paced and involve working directly with patients and healthcare professionals. The individual may also work in a clerical setting. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Live, work, and play in ‘Colorado’s Playground’! Summit County boasts four world-class ski resorts with Vail Resort just 45 minutes away. With rivers, lakes, hiking, and mountain biking trails, Summit County is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. From summer to winter, Summit County is a year-round destination with activities that include skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, and boating. Music, art, cultural, and social events are plentiful year-round. The different communities in Summit County include Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon, and Silverthorne; ski resorts include Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin.

Summit Community Care Clinic:

• Provides rewarding, mission-driven careers in the heart of the beautiful Colorado mountains. As a member of the Care Clinic team, you will make an important difference in the lives of the patients you serve - changing lives every day. We have been nationally recognized for our integrated care model.
• Is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides a full range of integrated care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health services through a team-based model of care. is highly valued as an important thread in the community fabric. There is an underlying appreciation of what the clinic provides to the community, and this creates a fulfilling workplace environment.
• The Care Clinic currently offers the following:
  • Insured group health, dental, & vision plans.
  • Medical and dependent care flexible spending account options.
  • 401k retirement plan with an employer contribution match.
  • Life, AD&D, and Long-term disability plans are paid for by the employer.
  • Free 24/7 access to confidential resources through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Voluntary benefit plans to complement health care coverage including accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and group pet insurance.
  • A generous mix of Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (for full-time employees).
  • Offer fringe benefits like ski medallion, rec center discounts, etc.
  • Training program for growth potential.

If we sound like a dynamic, caring organization that meets your requirements, apply now.