Dental Assistant - Pompano Beach, United States - Broward Community & Family Health Centers, Inc.

Broward Community & Family Health Centers, Inc. Pompano Beach, United States

5 days ago

Description

Job Description

The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist (s) and dental hygienist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the center. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions and giving directions to patients as authorized by the dentist or dental hygienist
Serves as dentist's or dental hygienist's chair-side assistant.
Prepares operatory for patient treatment as per Dental Department protocols and the dentist's or dental hygienist's directions.
Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulation and law and Dental Department directive and protocol.
Maintains Dental Department equipment in accordance with manufacturer's directions and Dental Department policy and protocol.
Maintains all Dental Department areas in compliance with Dental Department directives and protocols as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues.
Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of individual item shortages for inventory control and ordering purposes.
Assist Dentists with all clinical and clerical procedures.
Take and record patient blood pressure, pulse, respiration, case history and oral temperature.
Assists with various clinical and administrative functions of the center as appropriate and time permits.
Insures the sterility of all reusable dental instruments and equipment in accordance with Dental Department directive and protocol.
Insures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with Dental Department directive, center policy as well as state and federal regulation(s).
Performs all functions in full compliance with the center's and the Dental
Department Exposure Control Plan including but not limited to the use of
Personal Protective Equipment and Universal Precautions.
Participates in appropriate health promotion / disease prevention activities, both on-site and off-site as required.
As directed by a supervisor, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives.
. Responsible for personal compliance in full with all applicable federal, state, local, and center rules, regulations, protocols and procedures including but not limited to the participation of a Dental Assistant in the provision of clinical dental care, as well as those relating to, but not limited to personnel.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Completion of accredited course in dental assisting
Ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols.
Certification of radiation safety course preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, not required
BLS certification preferred

Company DescriptionBroward Community & Family Health Centers, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to providing accessible comprehensive high quality primary and preventive care services to all persons with dignity and respect. Our focus is on preventive care and health education to promote healthier lifestyles in the communities we serve.

Primary care services are available to families, businesses and individuals regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or their ability to pay.

Our medical staff consist of highly-trained board certified physicians, psychiatrist, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, LPNs, LCSWs, MSWs, medical assistants, nurses, behavioral health coordinators and other support staff.

Company Description

Broward Community & Family Health Centers, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to providing accessible comprehensive high quality primary and preventive care services to all persons with dignity and respect. Our focus is on preventive care and health education to promote healthier lifestyles in the communities we serve.\r
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Primary care services are available to families, businesses and individuals regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or their ability to pay.\r
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Our medical staff consist of highly-trained board certified physicians, psychiatrist, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, LPNs, LCSWs, MSWs, medical assistants, nurses, behavioral health coordinators and other support staff.

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