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Dental Assistant

BCforwardCleveland, OH, United States
14 days ago
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  • Full-time
Job description

Dental Assistant

BC Forward is Looking for Dental Assistant 1 in Cleveland, OH 44106

Position Title : Dental Assistant 1

Location : Cleveland, OH 44106

Anticipated Start Date : ASAP

Expected Duration : 6 months

Job Type : Temp to Hire for the right candidate

Pay rate : $18.44 / hr on W2

Need : Minimum of 3 months of dental assisting experience required. Candidates with job-hopping or short-term roles will not be considered. A stable and consistent work history is a must.

Position Summary

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working under general supervision, the Dental Assistant 1 will support residents and faculty in the Periodontal Department within the School of Dental Medicine. Primary duties include surgical assistance as well as the management of supplies and equipment.

"Note : Free parking is not available at the facility. A $25 parking fee will be charged on the first day of joining and reimbursed after 60 days. For cleaning roles, a thorough background check (criminal history) will be conducted, covering the period from age 18 to the present."

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provide properly sterilized instruments and equipment for residents. (25%)
  • Provide chairside assistance for faculty, residents, and hygienists (only when residents are in class). (15%)
  • Dispense supplies, instruments, and equipment to residents to ensure efficient and timely patient treatment. (15%)
  • Monitor usage of dental and office supplies. Prepare requisitions for reordering materials and supplies. Obtain proper authorization. (6%)
  • Prepare the clinic for the day's schedule. Assist with cleaning cubicles, stocking supplies, and refreshing sterile water daily in each cubicle unit. (10%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Verify proof of patient payment for all procedures and specialty items such as implants, bone grafts, etc. (5%)
  • Track and follow up on insurance pretreatment estimates. (5%)
  • Check equipment to ensure it is in good working order. Contact appropriate service vendors or dental school staff for repairs. (5%)
  • Verify completion of all forms after entries and report deficiencies to attending faculty and residents. (5%)
  • Help manage the daily clinic schedule to maintain timely and efficient patient flow. (2%)
  • Take dental radiographs. (2%)
  • Track and record all medical, laboratory, and pathology reports and relevant forms in the patient record. (2%)
  • Maintain MSDS sheets for departmental materials. (1%)
  • Maintain emergency equipment and assist with resuscitation procedures. (1%)
  • Instruct residents during orientation sessions on clinic procedures, including maintenance of sterility. (1%)
  • Perform other duties as assigned. (
  • CONTACTS

  • Department : Continuous contact with cashiers, dispensary staff, receptionists, insurance personnel, graduate specialty clinics, and clinical instructors on a daily basis to obtain / provide information and resolve problems. Daily contact with the department chair and clinic director to exchange information and address issues.
  • University : Infrequent to no contact.
  • External : Continuous contact with patients to assist and advise.
  • Students : Continuous contact with graduate and postgraduate residents to assist and advise.
  • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

    None.

    QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience : Minimum of 3 months of dental assisting experience required.
  • Education / Licensing : High school diploma required. Certified Dental Assistant. Current State of Ohio radiology certification. Annual CPR certification.
  • REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Basic knowledge of computer software.
  • Basic knowledge of insurance codes and forms.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Technical knowledge of dental assisting and sterilization.
  • Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
  • Consistent attendance and reliability.
  • Ability to interact professionally with colleagues, supervisors, and customers in person.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

    Work is performed in a clinical setting and requires general knowledge of chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and lab safety. Daily exposure to biohazards and sharps is expected. Use of personal protective equipment-including lab coat, gloves, and safety glasses-may be required. Safety hazards may occur if explosive agents are used or oxygen is handled under unsafe conditions. Although modern equipment, facility design, and compliance with safety standards minimize risks, a remote potential for explosion exists when oxygen and explosive anesthetics are used. Unusual stress may occur during sedation or patient emergency situations.

    Benefits :

    BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

    About BCforward :

    Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

    BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

    BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

    To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum . As part of the recruitment process, we may ask you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.

    This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

    Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 244300 when responding to this ad.

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