Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary
The Dental Assistant provides assistance to dentists / hygienists in the general treatment of patients in both routine and emergency procedures in areas of diagnostic, preventive, restorative, periodontal, endodontic, pedodontics, orthodontic, oral surgery, and prosthodontic dental care.
Nevada Health Centers is an employer of choice and offers comprehensive benefits, including but not limited to :
- Company sponsored PPO medical plan and buy-up option, vision, and dental plans
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous time-off policy, and ten (10) paid holidays plus one (1) float holiday
- Company paid life / AD&D and long-term disability policies
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare patients and treatment rooms for examination and treatmentTake patient medical history and chief complaint informationPrepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilizationObserves all infection control policiesAssist dentists using four-handed dental assistant techniques in operative, endodontic, oral surgery, orthodontic, pedodontics, prosthodontic and periodontal procedures by performing oral evacuation, fabricating temporary crowns, custom trays, taking impressions, mixing cements, and assisting in the application of light cured materialAssist cementing temporary crowns, removing excess cement, performing coronal polishing, removing sutures, applying temporary restorations, and applying topical fluoride treatments, sealants as directed by the dentistShoots simple x-raysComplete and maintain patient documentation, files, records and other informationProvides patient oral health education and oral hygiene education; provide emotional support and compassion to patient needsAttend required meetings and participate in committees as requestedWorks closely with the providers to receive guidance and instruction for treating patientsMaintain appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with supervisors, providers, staff and patients to ensure coordinated efforts and provision of high-quality serviceTake all necessary precautions to protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonestyRequired Qualifications
High school diploma or GED EquivalentCertification of completion of a Dental Assistant program or equivalent experienceBLS / CPR CertificationPreferred Qualifications
1 year experience as a dental assistant in general or pediatric dentistryEnglish / Spanish fluencySkill in operating computer databases; EHR / EMRAbility to read, write, and calculate mathematical figuresKnowledge of essential functions, practices, and procedures in a dental settingKnowledge of medical examination, diagnostic and treatment room proceduresKnowledge of lab procedures and documentationAbility to assist the provider using four-handed dental assistant techniqueAbility to communicate in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to underserved populationsKnowledge of ADA and ICD-9-CM codingEqual Opportunity Statement
Nevada Health Centers will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or any other category protected by law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 20 pounds.