Dental Assistant - Shawnee Christian Healthcare - Louisville, KY

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Louisville, KY

Job Description

Dental Assistant

Position Summary

Under the direction of the dentist, the dental assistant assures high quality dental care and customer service. The position is responsible for assisting the dentist in direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the health center. The dental assistant is responsible for the sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies and responsible for keeping work areas clean.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists dental providers with all treatments, and is able to perform independent dental procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulation, law and the organizations policies
Serves as the dental provider’s chair-side assistant
Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions and giving directions to patients as authorized by the dentist or hygienist
Maintains proper aseptic techniques necessary with dental equipment; clean and properly sterilize instruments and record all sterilization activities; help manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards
Prepares the operatory for patient visits, including cleaning, disinfecting and restocking the room
Scans reception area for patients and help manage the patient flow
Maintains dental equipment and areas in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and dental policies and protocol
Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of individual item shortages for inventory control and ordering purposes
Assists dental providers in assuring that all patient records and documents are properly and accurately completed and filed
Assists with various clinical and administrative functions, as deemed appropriate
Ensures the proper disposal of all materials in accordance with Dental Department directive, center policy, as well as state and federal regulations
Supports and assists with special community oriented dental care programs
Attends required meetings, in-services and daily huddles
Maintains patient confidentiality
Strong alignment with SCHC Mission and demonstrates behaviors aligned with SCHC Core values
Other duties as necessary to ensure successful attainment of SCHC goals and objectives

Job Qualifications and Requirements

High School degree/GED required
Completion of an accredited course in dental assisting with radiography
CPR/BLS certification required
Minimum of two years’ work experience in a dental office setting
Knowledge of and ability to operate all types of dental equipment and machinery
Comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures for all phases of general dentistry, knowledge of general materials, their storage, handling and application is required
Skill in operation of computer and other office equipment
Ability to speak clearly and concisely
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks to completion
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to respect and appreciate diversity and cultural competence
Ability to react calmly in emergency situations
Ability to read, understand, and respond to detailed oral and written instructions
Post Acceptance Requirements for Credentialing (some completed after start date): copy of diploma, official transcript of highest degree, driver’s license photocopy, immunization record, immunization consent/declination form, PPD status/TB test results from the last 12 months, BLS certificate, health form, competency form checklist, and fitness for duty form.

Shawnee Christian Healthcare Center (SCHC) is a 501(c)3 Federally Qualified Health Center located in the Shawnee Neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. SCHC seeks to transform the community by sharing the love of Christ in word and deed, to facilitate community development and holistic healthcare through the empowerment of the residents in the community.

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