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    Dental Assistant - Richmond, United States - CAPITAL AREA HEALTH NETWORK

    CAPITAL AREA HEALTH NETWORK
    CAPITAL AREA HEALTH NETWORK Richmond, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job Description

    POSITION SUMMARY

    Provide quality care and services to patients by directly assisting dentists and other dental team members in a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties. Ensure all patients enjoy a positive experience and are treated with care and compassion.

    CAHN is offering $1,500.00 sign-on bonus

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Assist dentist chair-side by organizing and preparing instruments for dentist's use and assisting as needed during procedures.
    • Take clinically acceptable x-rays as requested by the dentist. Manage digital radiographs.
    • Prepare and maintain dental instruments, materials and equipment.
    • Collect and record patient health histories (dental and medical) and record information for dentist's reference prior to examination.
    • Advise patients in dental care instructions following procedures.
    • Follow through with post-visit duties.
    • Demonstrate knowledge of dental procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray setup and materials.
    • Stay up to date on OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.
    • Communicate effectively with all office staff and patients
    • Interact positively with a diverse patient population.
    • Demonstrate knowledge of skills necessary to meet the patient's physical and educational and safety needs.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES

    • Turn on and off compressor upon arrival and departure from clinic.
    • Maintain proper infection control when assisting in the operatory. (Personal Protective Equipment- Protective Eye-ware, mask, gloves and barrier gown)
    • Dispose of sharps once a month in the proper manner.
    • Dispose of infectious waste in the proper manner.
    • Chart patient dental conditions according to protocol.
    • Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health
    • Perform supra-gingival prophylaxis and apply sealants when necessary.
    • Greet every patient in the waiting room, introduce yourself and escort them to the operatory
    • Take blood pressure readings on all patients.
    • Dispatch lab work appropriately.
    • Accountable for office supply order, ensuring the office is fully stocked and materials are up to date.
    • Follow duties as described in the CAHN dental assisting manual I received during orientation.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • High School diploma or equivalent
    • Demonstrate success in computer skills including ability to use computer for scheduling, word documents and reasonable keyboard skills.
    • Ability to keep all patient information strictly confidential
    • Good communication skills
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
    • Ability to be pleasant, courteous, punctual and efficient
    • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful environment.

    LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

    • Radiation safety certification
    • DANB Certification preferred.
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