Dental Assistant II
American Addiction Centers•Winston-Salem, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
This is a full-time position for a Dental Assistant II at the WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Dentistry. The role involves standard dental assistant activities, including assisting dentists, preparing treatment rooms, processing radiographs, performing laboratory duties, and providing support for operating room procedures. Additionally, the position includes performing coronal polishing and applying pit and fissure sealants. Non-clinical activities such as attending in-services and performing quality management tasks are also part of the responsibilities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years dental assistant experience.
- Current CPR certification.
- Completion of Coronal Polishing/Application of Pit & Fissure Sealant Course Approved by the State Dental Society.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited dental assisting Program; or equivalent combination of Training and experience preferred.
- Good communication skills.
- Good customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Assists the dentist at chairside using 4-handed technique for the transfer of instruments and materials.
- Ensures that all instruments and supplies are available for the planned procedure.
- Maintains a dry working area for the dentist using suction.
- Exposes and processes dental radiographs.
- Sets-up and breaks-down the treatment room between patients.
- Maintains tray set-ups for various dental procedures. Ensures instruments and equipment are properly disinfected/sterilized between patients.
- Insures assigned treatment room is adequately stocked and maintained at all times.
- Performs laboratory duties which include pouring up, trimming and separating models.
- Participates in assigned duties which include: drug cabinet maintenance, lab cleaning, gas level checks, spore testing, autoclave cleaning, etc.
- Provides dental assistant support for the operating room as a dental scrub nurse. Performs other clinical support tasks on patients, as requested.
- Performs coronal polishing on patients scheduled for dental cleanings.
- Applies pit and fissure sealants on children's teeth which meet specific criteria, as determined by the dentist.
- Attends all mandatory in-services and education days.
- Performs quality management activities which include pulling patient records for chart audits, validating dental assistant competency, etc., as requested.
- Completes all required safety and survey obligations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
