Dental Assistant
About The Position
Provides clinical support functions to dentists by cleaning, sterilizing and arranging instruments, equipment and rooms; supporting the production of radiographs; maintaining necessary stocks and supplies; moving and monitoring patients; and generally opening and closing the clinic. PHexpansion Parkland Health, one of the nation’s largest public hospital systems, is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the Dallas community. A career at Parkland means joining a collaborative, engaged team focused on excellence, innovation, and patient-centered service. Our employees are supported with resources to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Requirements
- Must have current Dental Assistant registration with Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
- Must have a current Heartsaver CPR course completion card within 90 days of hire and/or placement in job from one of the following: o American Heart Association o American Red Cross o Military Training Network
- Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, hospital staff and the general public.
- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of dental assisting techniques and equipment.
- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of oral surgery instruments and reconstructive surgery on patients.
- Must be able to maintain records of all necessary data.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in meeting age related and handicapped patients' needs.
- Must be able to demonstrate skill in taking radiographs, blood pressure, D-sticks, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and in recognizing the names of instruments and the order in which they are used.
Nice To Haves
- Prefer completion of a Dental Assistant program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
