Dental Assistant at Third Street Community Clinic Inc

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Starting Wage: $16.55

Currently, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Dental Assistant. Under general supervision, provides a range of clinical, administrative, and staff support to a full-range dental services operation. Assists in the performance of dental and radiography procedures; prepares and maintains dental equipment and supplies in accordance with established protocol and procedures, policies, standards, and assists in the coordination of day-to-day patient administration, records management, and office support activities.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provides chair-side assistance to provider in the performance of dental procedures.
• Collect and record patient health histories (dental and medical) and record information for provider's reference prior to examination.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
• Advise patients in oral hygiene and dental care.
• Interact positively with a diverse, sometimes difficult, and demanding patient population. Provide service in a manner that is appropriate for the patients' age; demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patients physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs.
• Prepares, sterilizes, and organizes dental supply and dental equipment according to OSHA, Joint Commission, and Clinic Standards.
• Sets-up trays for procedures.
• Takes radiographs as directed by provider.
• Assists in the monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols.
• Orders and maintains inventories of dental clinic supplies.
• Interacts with and processes dental clinic patients.
• Performs telephone triage and conducts patient interviews. Creates and maintains dental records in accordance with established protocol and procedures.
• Willing to assist in on-boarding and training of team members who are new to the organization.
• Assists in monthly reporting and quality improvement activities.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Regional Practice Manager.
• Be a positive role model for all health center staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

About Us: Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices. Organizational Information:

• Established in 1994, Third Street Family Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in Richland, Marion, Ashland, and Crawford counties. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives.
• We provide patient-centered care and provide our services with respect, integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information, visit tsfhs.org or find them on Facebook or Twitter.

Mission: To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Ability to be Credentialed as a Dental Assistant (within the first 90 days)
• Dental Assistant Radiographer Licensure, Required
• Graduate of a Dental Assisting program, Preferred

Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to hr@thirdstreetfamily.org or call 419-522-6191 ext. 2201 for Human Resources.

What We Offer:

Attending to your needs today:

• Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized.
• Excellent clinical, administrative, and management support
• Forward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company culture
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Tuition assistance

Protecting your future:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer contribution to a health savings account
• 403(b) retirement plan with match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability

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