Part-time Dental Assistant - West Bend, United States - Lakeshore Community Health Care

Description

Are you an experienced, caring, and compassionate Dental Assistant? Would you like to work in a positive atmosphere where you feel proud of the work you do and are recognized for your efforts? Look no further.

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Dental Assistant_ is responsible for assisting the dentist with clinical procedures that includes exposing and processing x-rays, taking alginate impressions, and screening emergency patients.

The employee will be expected to assist in four-handed dental procedures including but not limited to: initial exams, periodontal maintenance, amalgam and composite restorations, endodontics, oral surgery, crown and bridge work, and removable prosthodontics.

• Chart oral conditions as dictated by dental providers.
• Obtain, interpret, and evaluate personal, medical and dental histories for all patients.
• Identify patients' needs using appropriate forms of communication.
• Prepare and assist with the administration of local anesthesia.
• Prepare the handpieces for laboratory and operatory use.
• Prepare the mounting and articulation of study models for providers & patients review.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of all dental specialties, terminology, and procedures used.
• Ability to practice patient and operative safety measures during radiation.
• Knowledge of all clinical proficiency in selection and transfer of instruments in operative dentistry.
• Maintains all dental equipment and supplies, personal safety and hygiene, and proper infection control protocol in compliance with CDC and OSHA regulations & guidelines.
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.
• Should be a critical thinker, detailoriented, and a selfstarter while taking initiative.
• Ability to proficiently use the AED machine.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from a Dental Assistant Program.
• Current CPR/Basic Life Support Certification upon hire or willing to obtain & renew as needed.

• Day shift