Dental Assistant - East Bay Community Action Program - Newport, RI

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking Dental Assistants, for a thriving practice at 19 Broadway in Newport, RI that serves both adults and children. Become part of our dental team and provide excellent and comprehensive care with a focus on quality, service, and patient satisfaction. At East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) we offer employees:

Competitive compensation
Part-time and Full-time hours
Paid training and a career pathway to become a Certified Dental Assistant
Paid time off, holidays, Health, Dental, Vision, and retirement plan match after 1 year of employment

Make a difference in the lives of patients:
As a Dental Assistant, you will work with several dentists and dental hygienists and provide chair-side skills, observe, and apply infection control and laboratory protocols, and assist with basic principles of taking x-rays.

Sterilize dental instruments in adherence to all licensing and accreditation protocols
Prepare room and instruments for the anticipated/scheduled dental procedures.
Prepare radiographs for viewing/diagnosis by Dentist.
Assist Dentist with instruments and tasks at “chair side”.
Assure operating methods and materials in the Dental Area are following OSHA’s blood borne pathogens and hazardous material standards.
Assist hygienists when needed.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED required.
Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board as a “certified dental assistant” preferred.
Customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds
Current certificate of completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider or ability to obtain certification.

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action (EEO/AA) employer committed to providing a diverse work environment.

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