Dental Assistant - Katahdin Valley Health Center - Dover Foxcroft, ME

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Dover Foxcroft, ME

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Dental Assistant will assist dentist/and or dental hygienist during examination and treatment of patients by performing the following duties. The Dental Assistant will provide quality dental care to KVHC clients
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Prepare patient by introducing yourself and escorting patient to and from the dental operatory.
2. Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist dentist during dental procedures.
3. Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient.
4. Take and develop dental diagnostic X-rays.
5. Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
6. Pour, trim, and polish study casts, fabricate custom impression trays from preliminary impressions, clean and polish removable appliances, and fabricate temporary restorations if trained.
7. Assist dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies. 8. Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by Dentist. 9. Reinforce treatment plan to the patient.
10. Record treatment information in patient's records.
11. Assist in Hygiene Department as needed by performing the following:

Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
Apply protective coating of fluoride to teeth if trained.
Polish and floss adult patients after scaling by the Hygienist.
Assist Hygienist in suctioning, periodontal charting and new patient periodontics screening.
Perform children’s prophylaxis; polish only (14 years & under if holds an expanded duty function certificate)

12. Achieve professional dentist and staff relations through teamwork to ensure coordination of activities.
13. Achieve quality, positive patient relations through excellent customer service skills to ensure no patient complaints.
14. Order and maintain dental supplies and equipment staying within the monthly office budget and monitoring supply levels.
15. Comply with all OSHA regulations, maintain office and operatory cleanliness, and ensure equipment functionality.
16. Attend required meetings and participate in committees as required.
17. Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
18. Performs additional duties or projects as assigned by the Dental Practice Manager.
19. Adheres to all KVHC policies and protocols.
20. Complies with all safety rules and protocols. Reports all incidents, regardless of severity, immediately to their supervisor and completes an incident report and investigation form, which will be forwarded to Human Resources within
24 hours of the incident.
21. Conducts themselves as a good steward in the communities served by KVHC; represents the organization at outreach activities as needed.
22. Actively participates as committee member as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.
23. Interacts harmoniously and effectively with others. Focusing on the attainment of organization goals and objectives through a commitment to team work.
24. Conforms to acceptable attendance and punctuality standards as expressed in the employee handbook.
25. Abides by the organization’s compliance program and requirements
26. At times you may be faced with challenges that may impact patient care. Addressing these challenges may not be in your job description, however Katahdin Valley Health Center encourages each team member to go above and beyond to address the patients’ needs in the moment. Employees have the autonomy to see the care experience through from A to Z to show our patients KVHC C.A.R.E.S.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE1. One-year Dental Assistant certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. State of Maine Radiology License or ability to obtain.
3. Ability to work with public and other medical, dental and health providers.
4. Ability to maintain quality control standards.
5. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
6. Knowledge of the professional medical practice and care to give and evaluate patient care.
7. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
8. Skill in taking medical and dental history, assessing dental condition and interpreting findings.
9. Must possess a clean criminal and DHHS background.
10. Must possess the ability and means to travel between clinics as needed.
11. Valid State of Maine Driver’s license and ability to be insured by KVHC’s vehicle insurance carrier
PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Requires full range of body motion with the ability to bend, kneel and stoop. Must possess: the ability to sit and or stand for long periods of time, the ability to lift approximately 50 lbs., visual acuity with color vision, the ability to communicate effectively and calmly in a professional manner, the ability to follow all workplace policies including safety and confidentiality, the ability to perform repetitive motion keyboarding functions, exposure to communicable disease, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to clinic environment. Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures to administer patient care. Must possess the ability to work with and around medical equipment and instruments safely and effectively as appropriate. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment including Safety Data Sheets. Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF PATIENT INFORMATION AND ALL KVHC HEALTH/DENTAL
CENTER BUSINESS IS ESSENTIAL. MUST COMPLY WITH THE HEALTH INSURANCE
PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 1996-PUBLIC LAW 104-191
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Malpractice insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

Dover Foxcroft, ME 04426: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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