What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at United Community & Family Services Inc?
Description
UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!
We are currently seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team in Norwich. The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist with patient care and ensuring the efficient operation of the dental clinic.
Expected Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week; Monday through Friday, 8:00am- 4:30pm
Essential Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients for dental procedures and take their dental records and vitals
- Assist dentists with all dental procedures utilizing fourhanded dentistry.
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments to ensure a clean and safe environment
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care and post-treatment procedures
- Expose and develop dental radiographs and take impressions and pour dental models
- Provide routine operational support such as tracking lab work, maintaining supplies in operatories, laundering staff scrub jackets and other duties as needed
- Return patient phone calls, phone in prescriptions and schedule patient appointments
Why UCFS?
Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Dental Assisting Certificate preferred with a minimum of 1-year of experience required for uncertified candidates
- Certificate in Dental Radiology
- Infection Control Certification
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Basic knowledge of electronic health record software
- Compassionate, professional, and committed to patient care
UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including -
- Flexible schedules
- Competitive salaries
- Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays and 10 sick days each year
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
- Paid life and disability insurance
UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.