Dental Assistant - Soldotna, United States - Peninsula Community Health Services of Alaska

Peninsula Community Health Services of Alaska Soldotna, United States

4 weeks ago

Description

Job Description

TITLE: Dental Assistant
REPORTS TO: Lead Dental Assistant, with oversight by Dental Director
WORK WEEK: FT: Not to exceed 40 hours per week
WAGE CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
OSHA RISK CLASSIFICATION: High

Mission: Strengthening our community by providing accessible and affordable healthcare.

BENEFITS: Medical & dental insurance, PTO, floating holiday, life, AD&D and long/short term disability, 403b.

SUMMARY POSITION STATEMENT
This purpose of this position is to provide chair-side and clinical assistance to providers, allowing for quality patient care and education to occur in the most efficient, appropriate manner possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

Provide assistance to dentists and hygienists in 4-handed dentistry.
Gather clinical data, test results for EPT, cold, etc. as directed for doctor's review.
Take radiographs, of diagnostic quality, as prescribed
Enter findings, procedures and treatment plans into charting system for doctor's review.
Perform patient education and home care instructions.
Clean and maintain operatory, patient areas and lab.
Sterilize and process instruments as needed, with appropriate PPE.
Call patients or other offices and care coordinator as needed for patient follow up.

This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures for general dentistry. It includes familiarity with OSHA requirements, modern dental materials and their storage and handling. The ability to respond to patients in an empathetic and professional manner is necessary.

Provide assistance to dentists with knowledge of restorative procedures to include: stainless steel crowns, space maintainers, oral sedation, safety positioning devices, and positive behavior management.
Provide assistance to Dentists with knowledge of preventative, restorative, endodontic, prosthetic and oral surgery procedures.
To assist in the treatment and education of patients in the control and prevention of oral disease such as caries and periodontal disease through proper oral hygiene and regular professional care.
Prepares operatories and equipment for necessary patient treatment prior to appointment and cleans and stocks operatory following appointment.
Prepares patient for treatment, including the taking and processing of any and all necessary radiographs utilizing digital and electronic systems.
Takes and records Health History Review prior to treatment, when necessary.
Provides chair-side, four-handed assistance to the provider during all dental procedures.
Under direction from the provider, records diagnosis, procedural codes, treatment notes, and treatment plans in the electronic patient chart.
Provides patient with necessary education, including pre- and post-operative instructions.
Sterilizes and maintains instruments and supplies according to clinic policy.
Expected to complete required trainings such as CPR, Mandt, Mental Health First Aid and any others deemed necessary for this position.
Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate from an accredited dental assisting program. Experience may substitute for education.
License: No license required.
Experience: Two years prior experience as a dental assistant including pediatric procedures.

Contact: Patty Eissler, Chief HR officer, or

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