Dental Assistant Supervisor (RDH)

Healthfirst Family Care Center•Fall River, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced medical team within a growing federally qualified community health center. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. provides comprehensive services including adult/pediatric medical care, health education, health assessment and screenings, gynecology, cardiology, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and adult/pediatric dental care. The Dental Assistant Supervisor & Infection Control Coordinator provides direct supervision to all Dental Assisting and Dental Outreach Staff, including developing schedules for assistants. This role maintains sterilization and infection control protocols and supports the dental department in various administrative and clerical functions. The position also includes clinical time working as a Dental Hygienist, providing oral healthcare such as cleaning, scaling, polishing teeth, taking/processing X-rays, sealants, Fluoride treatment, and teaching oral hygiene.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
Massachusetts Registered Dental Hygienist License.
Prior experience working as a Dental Assistant, preferably in a community health setting.
Experience with Epic Wisdom or Electronic Medical Record.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications.
Satisfactory completion of continuing education credits as mandated by any professional boards, licensing agencies, or credentialing organizations as applicable.
Must submit CORI and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information.
High level of customer service and a positive approach to work with patients.
Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner and in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Ability to work accurately, independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Time management skills to effectively communicate with patients.
Ability to work well under pressure to manage stressful situations.
Uses sound judgment and confidence.
Ability to multi-task.
Detail-oriented and accurate.

Nice To Haves

2-3 years staff supervision experience.
Bilingual (English, Spanish/Portuguese).

Responsibilities

Provides direct supervision to all Dental Assisting and Dental Outreach Staff.
Develops schedules for the dental assistants.
Maintains sterilization and infection control protocols.
Supports the dental department in a variety of administrative and clerical functions.
Provides clinical time working as a Dental Hygienist, including cleaning, scaling, polishing teeth, taking/processing X-rays, sealants, Fluoride treatment, and teaching oral hygiene.