Dental Assistant

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers•Bridgeport Charter Township, MI

79d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is eligible for a $500 signing bonus! The Dental Assistant will assist the dentist chair-side in all clinical procedures, providing proper suctioning technique, passing instruments, and mixing materials as needed. They will perform various assigned lab duties, prepare patients for treatment, and set-up trays per procedure in compliance with individual provider's requests. The role is responsible for the accuracy, clarity, and proper completion of dental charting, documenting relevant communications with patients, and printing treatment plans. The Dental Assistant will also provide thorough dental education to patients, take and record patients’ vitals, and ensure the proper completion of all EHR requirements. Additionally, they will take diagnostic quality digital and conventional radiographs, follow the Dental Infection Control Program and other regulatory policies, coordinate efforts with coworkers for operatory set-up, equipment cleaning, sterilization, and disinfection. They will also restock supplies and inform the ordering personnel of needed items. Marginal duties include coordinating work efforts to maintain patient flow, communicating with patients and staff, maintaining an organized work environment, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
State of Michigan Radiology Certification required within 60 days of employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Required.
Externship / internship / apprenticeship applicable.
Knowledge of dental terminology, chair-side techniques, and dental insurances/prior authorizations.
Organized and detailed.
Effective communication skills.
Efficient typing and computer skills.
Able to work independently and as a team member.
Flexible in day-to-day duties and responsibilities.
Protects patients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality (HIPAA) of personal and financial information.
Ability to communicate effectively with, and relate to, a diverse population in a professional manner.
Capable of taking initiative in day-to-day responsibilities.
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Must be able to sit, stand, and or walk for an entire workday.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and or twist while holding up to 25 lbs. frequently.
Full time; Flexible and varied.
Extended hours may be required.
Consistent attendance is required for this position.
Telecommuting is not an option for this position.
Travel may be required to various GLBHC sites.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of completion from an accredited dental assisting program preferred.
Two (2) years of dental assisting experience is preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists the dentist chair-side in all clinical procedures, providing proper suctioning technique, passing instruments, and mixing materials as needed.
Performs various assigned lab duties.
Prepares patient for treatment and sets-up trays per procedure in compliance with individual provider's requests.
Responsible for the accuracy, clarity, and proper completion of dental charting.
Documents relevant communications with patient into a detailed clinical or communication note.
Prints treatment plans and effectively communicates treatment with the patient and reception staff.
Provides thorough dental education to patients.
Takes and records patients’ vitals (blood pressure, height, weight, etc.) at every visit.
Takes and records other relevant vitals at the dentist’s requests.
Ensures the proper completion of all EHR requirements within each visit.
Takes and records diagnostic quality digital and conventional radiographs as assigned by the Staff Dentist, demonstrating proper radiographic techniques and radiation protection.
Follows Dental Infection Control Program and other regulatory policies and procedures.
Coordinates efforts with coworkers to complete operatory set-up, equipment cleaning, sterilization of instruments, and disinfection of operatory.
Restocks supplies in operatory and storage room.
Informs the individual in charge of ordering of any supplies needed.
Completes and submits Medicaid prior authorizations.
Maintains detailed spreadsheets logging and tracking prior authorizations and referrals.
Coordinates work efforts with co-workers to maintain patient flow throughout the office.
Thoroughly communicates with patients, coworkers, providers, and leadership staff.
Maintains an organized work environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.