Dental Assistant
About The Position
Jessie Trice Community Health System is seeking Dental Assistants to provide excellent customer service to patients. The role performs expanded-duty dental functions and clerical assistance as needed; prepares patients for triage by obtaining vital signs and dental history; conducts preplanning visits as required; assists providers with procedures and patient health education; and performs diagnostic X-rays and other dental-assisting duties. The Dental Assistant must be proficient in infection control and sterilization procedures, instrument and equipment maintenance, and treatment-room protocols. JTCHS is a merit-based employer that does not discriminate in employment. Its screening process does not limit or disqualify applicants on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. JTCHS maintains a tobacco- and smoke-free environment inside and out.
Requirements
- Certificate or diploma as a Dental Assistant from an accredited dental institution.
- At least two years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
- Training or certification in OSHA, expanded-duty functions, or another area of dental-assisting functions.
- Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
- Dental graduates from non-US countries must have Dental Assistant and Expanded Duty certificates from an accredited US dental institution and at least two years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a community setting.
- Proficiency with Epic or a similar electronic health record.
Responsibilities
- Provide excellent customer service to patients.
- Perform expanded-duty dental functions and clerical assistance as required.
- Prepare patients for triage by obtaining vital signs and dental history.
- Perform preplanning visits as required.
- Assist providers with procedures and patient health education.
- Perform diagnostic X-rays and other dental-assisting responsibilities.
- Follow infection control and sterilization procedures.
- Maintain instruments and equipment and follow treatment-room protocols.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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