Dental Assistant - Lawrence, United States - Heartland Community Health Center

Heartland Community Health Center Lawrence, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $ $23.00

Welcoming all who need care

Job title

Dental Assistant

Reports to

Lead Dental Assistant

Status

Non-Exempt

Job purpose

To deliver a full range of oral hygiene services and education to Heartland Health Center patient panel. Dental Assistant reports directly to Chief Dental Officer. In compliance with Kansas Dental Board, under direct supervision of staff dentist when CDO is not present.

Duties and responsibilities

Check patients in for dental visits:
1. perform needed x-rays
2. obtain vital signs (i.e. electric and manual blood pressure)
3. perform needed blood glucose monitoring
4. set up instruments for procedures/examinations
5. assure all forms are completed for procedures
6. review health history and transfer information to the clinical note completely and accurately
Assist dentists and/or dental hygienists in daily clinical and operational activities including but not limited to:
1. use four-handed practices at chair side
2. provide proper instruments during procedure to the dentist
3. make chart entries under the direction of the dentist or dental hygienist
4. record all findings and treatment plans completely and accurately in the patient's chart
5. actively participate in keeping the provider on schedule
Prepare patients for procedures and ensure that appropriate instructions and equipment are arranged and ready
Maintain a clean oral working area prior to, during and post exams/procedures
Promote an atmosphere of good dental and general health by demonstrating good personal oral hygiene
Educate patients on techniques of flossing, brushing, overall oral health, and the role of the dental care team
Clean and sterilize instruments appropriately
Follows infection control protocols and standard operating procedures
Complete required daily, monthly, and annual equipment maintenance
Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Lab duties include pour and trim models and fabricating trays
Remove the biohazard trash as needed
Answer patient inquiries related to pain and/or medications
Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA regulations
Is attentive to patient and provider needs including dentist and dental hygienist
Attend meetings as required (Joint Staff, Department, etc.)
Completes assigned trainings in timely manner
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
Any combination of education and work experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying
Spanish Bilingual preferred, but not required

Details

Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 7:00pm

Hours are approximate and may be altered by supervisor(s) as needed.

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