Dental Assistant - Multiple Treasure Valley Locations
About The Position
Terry Reilly is hiring a Dental Assistant for multiple Treasure Valley locations: Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, and Melba. The role supports dental care through four-handed dentistry, patient education about treatment plans, procedures, and costs, clinical room preparation, sterilization, inventory and equipment maintenance, radiographs, and expanded duties in accordance with Idaho State Board of Dentistry rules and the employee’s certification. The position works within an integrated care model alongside medical, dental, and behavioral health disciplines. Starting pay is $20 per hour and up, depending on experience. Benefits, including low-cost healthcare options, begin on the first of the month following the hire date. Terry Reilly also describes a commitment to supporting work-life balance.
Requirements
- Considerable manual dexterity to pass instruments to the dentist, sufficient mobility to perform essential duties, and willingness and ability to perform dental assisting duties described in the Idaho State Board of Dentistry Dental Assistant Practice, including radiographs and use of nitrous oxide.
- Willingness and ability to carry equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Knowledge and training in general dental assisting duties, including endodontics, oral surgery, crown and bridge, and prosthetic dentistry.
- Ability to work with the public and good communication skills.
- Expanded Functions Certification.
- Flexibility to work proficiently with different providers and locations.
- Graduation from a Dental Assistant Program or comparable training and experience.
- Required education, licensure, certifications, registrations, and other job-specific credentials must be obtained and successfully verified before the employee’s start date.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Perform four-handed dentistry.
- Explain treatment plans, procedures, and treatment costs to patients.
- Set up and break down for each patient encounter.
- Sterilize instruments and maintain clinic supply inventory.
- Assist with ordering supplies and maintaining equipment.
- Take radiographs and perform expanded duties according to certification and Idaho State Board of Dentistry rules.
- Maintain infection control policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Low-cost healthcare options beginning on the first of the month following the hire date.
- Work-life balance support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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