Dental Assistant: Tamaqua, PA

Temple University•Philadelphia, PA

5h•$18 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

Temple University's Kornberg School of Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant for its clinic in Tamaqua, PA. The Kornberg School of Dentistry, founded in 1863, is the second-oldest dental school in the U.S. and is a leader in dental education, research, and community service. The school supports health and wellness through diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services, training ethical and innovative dental professionals. Renowned faculty and staff provide students with extensive resources, including smart classrooms, digital dentistry labs, clinics, and a preclinical lab. Students can pursue various programs, including postbaccalaureate, predoctoral, continuing education, and advanced education in general dentistry.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience as a Dental Assistant.
Dental Assisting training and certificate from an accredited school.
Dental Radiology Certification from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
CPR Certification.
Must be able to travel between clinical locations in Philadelphia and Tamaqua as needed.
Ability to obtain PA Child Abuse Clearances.
Demonstrated knowledge of standard and complex procedures performed in the clinic's area of specialty.
Demonstrated ability to provide chair-side assistance.
Ability to utilize dental instruments, sterilizer, operatory equipment, infection control equipment, dental x-ray equipment, and all other standard dental equipment and instruments.
Must be able to work with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, patients, and other external contacts.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and diagnosis.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize projects and tasks and to respond to multiple requests.
Demonstrated ability to work with potential pathogens during dental assisting and sterilization procedures.
Ability to provide dental assisting within the legal and ethical boundaries set forth by the state.
Demonstrate lifelong learning.
Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to adapt and persevere during times of change in circumstances.
Demonstrate a personal commitment to providing strong customer service.
Criminal history review, child abuse clearance, and FBI fingerprinting background checks.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance to students, residents, and faculty in the treatment of dental patients.
Rotate between the clinic dispensary and the clinic floor to assist students.
Distribute and collect instruments from students in the dispensary.
Maintain supplies within the dispensary.
Maintain logs for equipment maintenance, infection control, and safety protocols.
Gather additional supplies or equipment for students on the clinic floor.
Take x-rays using digital imaging.
Pour and trim dental impressions.
Perform 4-handed dentistry.
Support medical emergencies.
Monitor emergency drug and oxygen supplies.
Monitor infection control and safety protocols.
Maintain and disinfect operatories between and after patient visits.
Upload x-rays and other patient-related data into axium.
Monitor and order supplies.
Troubleshoot equipment and instruments.
Assist with the sterilization process.
Perform front desk operations when needed, including greeting and checking in patients, scheduling and confirming appointments, creating and maintaining patient files, tracking patient flow, answering phones, screening calls, taking messages, and answering non-complex questions.
Coordinate appliances sent to and received from dental laboratories and coordinate follow-up for patients.
Prepare data reports for the department.
Ensure timely handling of repairs for equipment, furniture, and facilities.
Perform chart documentation checks.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Coordinate purchasing of inventory and supplies and maintain related records.
Serve as an information resource, resolve problems, and refer individuals to proper sources.
Maintain clinic forms, handouts, and patient education materials.
Perform similar functions in other departments within the school if needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.