- Assists patient's in-patient flow through the clinic and escorts patients to operatory rooms.
- Obtains preliminary dental history and prepares patient for dentist's complete examination or the dental hygienist's treatment procedure(s).
- Ensures that lab reports, x-rays and other information are in patient records.
- Assists dentist/dental hygienist with minor diagnostic procedures and treatments as directed.
- Remains in exam room with dentist/dental hygienist during patient exam as requested or assigned.
- Takes radiographs.
- Checks appointment schedule and assists billing staff with providers' patient schedules.
- Obtains preliminary dental history and prepares patient for dentist's complete examination or the dental hygienist's treatment procedure(s).
- Prepares operatories, instruments and tray setups for patient examination. Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies in all exam areas.
- Sterilizes instruments as assigned.
- Orders supplies and maintains inventory.
- Remains in exam room with dentist/dental hygienist during patient exam as requested or assigned.
- Follows infection control guidelines and ensures adherence to OSHA and CLIA protocols due to potential exposure to blood and body fluids.
- Participates in the development and implementation of PCER guidelines.
- Collects and prepares the biohazard material for removal.
- Checks appointment schedule and assists billing staff with providers' patient schedules.
- Identifies, analyzes and resolves patient flow issues.
- Attends and participates in meetings and in-services as requires. Serves on committees as requested.
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures concerning corporate compliance including privacy of protected health/dental information.
- Performs related work as required and other duties as assigned by Dental Director.
- One year of work experience; experience requirement can be waived if externship completed at a Meridian Dental practice.
- Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant training program
- Dental Assistant certification
- Dental Radiographer license obtained within the first 6 months of employment
- Unique Mission – Innovative leader in integrated care and whole person health
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- 401k with Company match
- Professional development funds for Licensure and Continuing Education
- Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs
- Merit based compensation
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Dental Assistant 4990 - Richmond, United States - Meridian Health Services
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionText 4990 to to Quick Apply for this Dental Assistant opportunity
Pay starting at $18 an hour or more
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8a-5p
Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others
You are the dynamic, passionate Dental Assistant we are looking for. Your expertise and professionalism is needed at our Dental located in Richmond, IN to provide a variety of patient care activities in clinical support and assistance to dentists and dental hygienists
Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team
Dental Assistant Key Responsibilities:
We value your Dental Assistant experience and education:
Meridian Health Services provides the following benefits for qualified Dental Assistants:
Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.
Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.