Dental Assistant

Job Details

Level

Entry

Job Location

Codman Square Health Center - Dorchester, MA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$22.00 - $34.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

None

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Health Care

Dental Assistant

Position Summary :

The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting in the performance of quality, caring dentistry and to aid the doctor smoothly and unobtrusively. This position performs clinical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist. The assistant gets the patient ready, prepares the room and equipment and assists the dentist during treatment. Adheres to all required OSHA and health regulations.

Routine Patient Care :

• Prepare clinic for daily activity upon arrival, including stocking the floor / bays
• Seat the patient, review insurance status and assist in assuring all patients are properly insured or have made a deposit, prior to treatment
• Prepare patient for treatment
• Collect / confirm data and demographics, information and vital signs
• Interview patients about personal, medical, and dental histories
• Present the patient to the dentist and highlight key areas of concern
• Serve as patient's advocate throughout the patient's visit
• Assist in the behavioral management of the patient
• Assure the comfort and safety of the patient environment at all times and report any issues to the dental leadership immediately
• Expose radiographs as directed and quality check the diagnostic quality of the images, including : orientation, contrast, positioning, correct structure(s) captured
• Provide active chair side assistance- be proactive and anticipate needs

Sterilization :

Central Supply :

Equipment :

Dental Lab :

Office Support :

Education & Qualifications :

Successfully complete a dental assisting program of not less than one year.

Physical Requirements :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do detailed work, using arms, hands, and fingers to handle and feel object worked with. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be physically able to administer CPR. May have to lift up to 25-50 pounds, roll heavy small equipment, and lift heavy boxes to a height 2-5ft. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation.

Codman serves a diverse population. Applicants who have a multicultural background and / or bilingual are encouraged to apply. We offer a generous benefits package including :

Codman Square Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Qualifications :

In addition to following all the policies, procedures, and protocols of the health center and the department, the dental assistant is accountable for the following :