Dental Assistant - HireQuest

Cathy Benedict | Talent Executive
P: (617) 294 5572 |E:
cbenedict@hirequesthealth.com
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Job Description

Job Title:Dental Assistant or Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – Permanent - Part Time/Full Time – Schedule 8-hour shift, 4 – hour shift and 10 – hour shift, Day Shift - Monday to Friday - Hours will vary No weekends - Work Location: In person

Location: Greensburg, PA -

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated EFDA/Dental Assistant to join our team.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

• AD&D insurance

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Retirement plan

• Bereavement leave

• Paid time off

• Paid jury duty

• Happy hour

• Flexible schedule

• Employee discount

• Mileage reimbursement

• Travel reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Continuing education credits

• Flexible spending account

• Opportunities for advancement and uniform allowance

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Provide patient and parent homecare instructions.

• Follow all guidelines, protocols, and policies with documentation for patient’s records (i.e. placing notes, charting, alerts)

• Restock instruments and supplies throughout the office as necessary to maintain efficient work environment

• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying when there is a need for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories.

• Advise parent what to expect in the visit and address any concerns

• Sterilize and deliver instruments to treatment area; position instruments for dentist's access; suction; pass instruments using four-handed dentistry.

• Preparing patients for dental work.

• Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures.

• Assisting dental hygienists with procedures and other tasks when necessary.

• Exposing dental x-rays from dental diagnostics and caring for dental x-ray equipment.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program

• X-ray certification

• Previous experience is preferred but not required

Education - High school diploma or equivalent

Experience - Previous experience is preferred but not required

Certification - X-ray certification. Completion of an accredited dental assisting program