Dental Assistant II

Kintegra Health • Hickory, NC

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About The Position

The Dental Assistant II is a nonexempt, hourly position in Dental Clinical Services, assigned to a dental clinic. The role performs duties related to dental patient care under the direction of dental providers and may also support administrative, clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. The Dental Assistant II provides patients with information to help them use and benefit from dental services. The position requires at least one year of experience and one academic year or longer in an ADA-accredited dental program. Certifications include BLS, OSHA, and HIPAA. Coronal polishing, radiographic certification, and nitrous oxide sedation are listed as a plus. The position has no direct reports and reports to the Site Supervisor, Dentist, Dental Business Manager, or Director.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience.
• One academic year or longer in an ADA-accredited dental program.
• BLS, OSHA, and HIPAA certifications.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with providers, management staff, and contacts outside the organization.
• Ability to work with multiple changing priorities.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to interact with individuals of all cultures and levels of authority.
• Ability to maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance.

Nice To Haves

• Coronal polishing qualification.
• Radiographic certification.
• Nitrous oxide sedation qualification.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs and medical histories.
• Prepare patients for examinations.
• Ensure the room is stocked and prepared for doctors’ arrival and patient treatment.
• Take and properly develop X-rays (radiographs).
• Mix, prepare, and/or provide materials and instruments requested by the provider.
• Set up instruments before appointments.
• Assist the provider during examinations and procedures.
• Accurately update and maintain patient dental records in the electronic dental record (EDR).
• Maintain sterilization and tray setup.
• Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, and PPE regulations.
• Provide patients with information so they can fully utilize and benefit from dental services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed