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Dental Assistant - May be 10 hour shiftsCommunity Health and Wellness of Greater Torrington, Inc. • Torrington, CT, United States
Dental Assistant - May be 10 hour shifts

Dental Assistant - May be 10 hour shifts

Community Health and Wellness of Greater Torrington, Inc. • Torrington, CT, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Dental Assistant

The Dental Assistant is responsible for supporting the dentist and dental hygienist in providing care to the patients of the health center. The Dental Assistant is responsible for chairside assisting, preparing and cleaning rooms, inventory control, and sterilization.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
  • Documents patient history.
  • Takes dental radiographs.
  • Prepares operatory with necessary instruments.
  • Assists chairside for all general dentistry procedures.
  • Complies with "Universal Precautions" for infection control.
  • Maintains and fully understands the importance of patient confidentiality, and HIPAA Compliance.
  • Follows Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) requirements.
  • Assumes responsibility for the upkeep of the dental operatory and equipment. Routinely clean and stock operatory.
  • Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of dental equipment in assigned operatory and for the assigned equipment. Regularly and thoroughly performs maintenance of assigned equipment.
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings.
  • Functions in a safe and professional manner.
  • Performs other tasks as delegated and directed by the dentist or lead dental assistant in accordance with state laws and regulations.
  • Other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Technical Ability:

  • Knowledge of dental assisting techniques related to all aspects of general dentistry.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines for the provision of dental outpatient services.
  • Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulation and guidelines.
  • Manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC, and American Dental Association (ADA) standards.

Behavioral:

  • Responds constructively to pressure situations and time limits.
  • Able to accept constructive criticism and instruction while maintaining a professional attitude towards managers, programs and job responsibilities.
  • Acts as a role model willing to accept or volunteer on projects as opportunity arises.
  • Works effectively with others in a professional manner and knows how to be a team player.
  • Effectively communicates with patients, co-workers and supervisors.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

  • Exposure to blood or blood-borne pathogens which require OSHA Training
  • Exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, unpleasant odors, and or loud noises.
  • Potential exposure to infectious waste, blood, body fluids, air contaminants, hazardous chemicals, and communicable/infectious diseases, such as Hepatitis B.
  • Potential exposure to dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
  • Require moderate physical activity and handling average-weight objects up to 15-20 pounds.
  • Require standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.

Additional General Requirements: Professional attitude, understanding of customer service principals, trustworthiness and excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Current CPR certification
  • ICE Certification
  • Radiology Certification
  • Certified Dental Assistant preferred- must obtain CDA within 6 months of hire date
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