$20.67/Hourly (Part-Time)

Weekly Pay w/Benefit Options

Shifts Available: TBD

Monday - Friday,

Performs routine dental assistant work. Work involves maintaining all equipment within the clinic in proper working order, assisting the dentist and dental staff, take and develop dental x-rays, and maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the dental clinic. Paperwork as required and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Works under limited supervision. Position works with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Comply with facility Standard Operating Procedures to meet standards for accrediting agencies; specifically, Joint Commission guidelines and CMS Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly routines as outlined in Dental Policy and Procedure.
• Coordinates care with other departments and their staff.
• Prepare treatment area.
• Assemble instruments and materials.
• Assist in positioning patients properly in the dental chair.
• Assist the dentist with instrumentation and patient management during treatment.
• Instruct the individual, staff, or guardian on patient treatment, postoperative care, hygiene, or medication as appropriate.
• Maintain proper documentation both paper and electronic.
• Clean and disinfect treatment area after treatment.
• Clean and sterilize instruments as appropriate. Dispose of biohazardous waste appropriately.
• Maintain x-ray and dental equipment according to schedule.
• Maintain correct entry of dental procedure codes.
• Organize electronic charts and documents.
• Provide all assisting duties for inpatient psychiatric patients.
• Manage front desk scheduling, filing, organizing office, documenting.
• Provide oral hygiene education and complete documentation.
• Must maintain strict infection control for office.
• Perform computer data entry - receive full training.