Dental Assistant II - Up to $1000 Sign On Bonus
Company: Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
Location: Otis
Posted on: February 19, 2021
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Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant II
REPORTS TO: Practice Manager
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Advantage Dental Oral Health Center and its family of affiliated
practices (Sarrell Dental & Eye, Community Dental Care) are working
to revolutionize oral health care for communities across the United
States. To do this, we take a unique, industry-leading approach to
care delivery by creating lasting healthy outcomes through positive
dental experiences. We call this all-in approach Preventistry-.
Advantage Dental and affiliate practices are bound by a mission: To
improve the oral health of all. Comprised of 80 practices, over 200
providers and more than 800 support employees throughout six
states, our network of practices provide care to over a quarter of
a million patients annually. Join our team to be part of something
greater, driving change that supports a more effective oral health
care system. Together we are creating healthy, confident smiles
across the Nation.
JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision of a Dentist in a practice
care setting, assists the dentist in providing dental
treatment.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for assisting with patient paperwork, including
charting dental needs and documenting patient oral and medical
health records
Assists dentist(s) in all clinical and chairside dental procedures,
which includes patient management through treatment.
Responsible for utilizing inventory appropriately and management of
dental supplies.
Responsible for taking and developing x-rays as prescribed by the
dentist while following radiographic safety measures, upon
certification.
Performs sterilization and disinfection techniques of dental
instruments and treatment rooms as required by OSHA, CDC, and ADA
guidelines.
Communicates effectively and compassionately to patients about
dental treatment needs and recommendations as prescribed by the
dentist(s); this includes discussing home care and post-operative
care after procedures and surgeries.
Prepares various materials such as dental cements, impression
materials or other restorative materials as prescribed by the
dentist(s) or hygienist.
Responsible for setup of treatment room, to include keeping the
room organized and properly maintained.
Following appropriate training, responsible for the maintenance of
all dental equipment.
Assists in the prevention and management of dental medical
emergencies.
Assists with Front Desk or other administrative duties as
assigned.
Attends and participates in team meetings, and effectively works in
collaboration with others to achieve business objectives.
Maintains patient records in compliance with HIPAA.
Other duties as needed or required.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 2 years experience as a dental assistant.
Knowledge of insurance and treatment plans
For states that have advanced certifications or licensure for
expanded functions, at least one of the following certifications
may be required to meet job expectations: EFDA, EFODA, EFOSA,
etc.
Certified in Expanded Functions, non restorative, where required by
state, to perform skills such as coronal polish, sealant
application, temporary restorations and monitoring nitrous
oxide.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to changes and manage time
effectively.
Current CPR, BLS or PALS required or ability to obtain within 30
days of start date.
Radiology certificate as required by state, or willingness to
obtain within 180 days of start date.
Ability to work Monday-Friday and occasional weekends as scheduled
and based on business needs
Ability to maintain continuing education (CE) as required by state
or business requirements.
Ability to travel to work at other practices as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as
extreme temperatures, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA
training
Incumbent must be able to communicate effectively.
Requires overall light physical effort (up to 25lbs.)
Manual dexterity and sitting is required in carrying out position
own position responsibilities (i.e. use of personal compute).
Ability to travel or move about within and outside serviced
facilities required.
Incumbent works primarily in either a private or shared office
environment.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description
are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical
elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform this
position. ** In accordance with DentaQuest's Compliance Plan,
employee must conduct DQ business in accordance with applicable
laws, regulations, professional standards and ethical standards and
report potential compliance or ethical issues to manager or DQ's
Compliance Officer. ** DentaQuest's Affirmative Action Program
affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the
known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified
individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless
the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation
of our business. Please see Human Resources for additional
information regarding this Program.
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