Here at SNAHC, you are joining a team and company at a time of growth and transformation. You will love being surrounded by people who are as passionate as you are about healthcare and giving back to the community. Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company's sole discretion and the wage range for this role considers a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At SNAHC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $19.25-$26.04.

Job Summary:

This position is essential in maintaining our four handed dentistry procedures. Participate in chairside activities involving patient contact and explanation of treatment. In addition, the assistant will enable the dentist to be more efficient by carrying out specific tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Seat and drape patients.
• Remove glasses and any prosthetic appliance the patient may have.
• Take blood pressure and record on chart.
• Assist in insuring patient comfort and alleviating patient fears.
• Prepare operatory for patients following PPE guidelines.
• Prepare materials and other necessary diagnostic treatment items necessary for planned procedure.
• Participate in time out procedures.
• Follow protocol for instrument sterilization.
• Follow the chairside instructions of provider.
• Chart visits comprehensively and complete E&M coding in compliance with dental coding standards.
• Fill in day sheet with appropriate procedure.
• Transcribe documentation in EHR as directed by provider.
• Maintains a safe environment in the operatory.
• Identify items needed to keep inventory fully stocked.
• Lab case organization for assigned providers.
• Assist the front desk staff and treatment coordinator with responding to referrals, patient follow up calls, answering phones, scheduling patients upon check in and check out, and other duties as the need may arise.
• Perform all opening, closing and maintenance procedures as described in sterilization and maintenance policies.
• Work with multiple providers, as needed.
• Compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to position including; HIPAA, sexual harassment, Scope of Practice, OSHA etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completed 8-hour Infection Control course.
• Dental Assistant Certificate from an accredited institution.
• Must possess dental x-ray certification.
• Must have current CPR certification. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a community dental clinic setting.
• Experience with NextGen or other electronic dental record system required.