Chairside Dental Assistant (Part-Time)

HealthPoint Careers•Des Moines, WA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPoint is a community-based, community-supported and community-governed network of non-profit health centers dedicated to providing expert, high-quality care to all who need it, regardless of circumstances. Founded in 1. The Chairside Dental Assistant (Dental Assistant II) is responsible for patient preparation, chair side support to dental providers, dental hygienist, sterilization, and clinic flow. The hiring range for this position is $23.62 - $30.84. The full range of the position is $22.50 - $30.84. Compensation is dependent on skills and experience.

Requirements

Certificate from accredited Dental Assistant program or comparable experience of three (3) months of Dental Assistant Training.
Maintain current registration/licensure with the State of Washington.
Possesses basic operating knowledge of computers.
Beginning level of Word, Excel and Outlook required.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to starting at HealthPoint. HealthPoint does not accept the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as proof of vaccination. Individuals who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine must provide documentation of an alternate COVID-19 vaccine or vaccine series.
As a condition of employment, all new hires must provide proof of required immunizations and/or immunity for: COVID-19, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Annual Influenza, TB QuantiFERON Gold titer draw.
Employees working in a HealthPoint clinic must also provide proof of: Tdap vaccination (within the last 10 years), Hepatitis B vaccination (for clinical positions with potential exposure to blood or bloodborne pathogens).
Documentation must be provided before your start date.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with EHR systems (Epic).

Responsibilities

Greet and prepare patients for exams by identifying patient’s chief complaint and taking vitals.
Access and update patient information in Electronic Dental Record (EDR) and Electronic Practice Management (EPM) computer system as required.
Provide chair side assistance to dental providers with exams and procedures including, but not limited to, prophylaxis, root canals, restorative, crowns and bridges.
Perform digital imaging, prophylaxis, sealants, provide telephone refilling of medications.
Record medication refills in patient record.
Provide instructions to patients on the use of medications as directed by the provider.
Provide instruction in home care and give general health information as directed by a provider.
Sterilize used equipment, instruments and operatories following OSHA, WISHA guidelines.
Prepare and stock operatories at the start and throughout each day.
Act as liaison between receptionists and providers ensuring timely and orderly patient flow throughout the clinic.
Maintain confidentiality of all patients medical/dental records, financial, and personal information.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health insurance benefits for employee only coverage (based on plan selection)
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
HSA and FSA options
Employer-paid life insurance
AD&D coverage
Disability coverage
401(k)-retirement plan with employer match
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Extended Illness Time Away
Eight (8) paid holidays
Three (3) floating holidays
Compassion Time Away
Opportunity Time Off for extended personal time away to rest and recharge
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee wellness program
Access to voluntary benefits including supplemental life, critical illness, accident, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Professional development
Ongoing learning
Opportunities for career growth