DENTAL ASSISTANT

Carilion Clinic • Roanoke, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Assistant will assist dentist in delivery of patient care. The Dental Assistant Assists dentist in delivery of patient care. Organizes dental clinic equipment and materials. Coordinates operating room cases and assists staff dentists. Enhances professional development through participating in in-services and continuing education programs. Communicates with physicians, dentists, nursing staff, and ancillary hospital personnel, patients and patients’ families. Carilion Clinic is a not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships, headquartered in Roanoke, Va., with a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, and multi-specialty physician practices spanning southwestern Virginia.

Requirements

• Education: High school or equivalent.
• Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Virginia Dental Radiation Safety certificate; AHA BLS-HCP required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist in delivery of patient care.
• Organize dental clinic equipment and materials.
• Coordinate operating room cases and assist staff dentists.
• Enhance professional development through participating in in-services and continuing education programs.
• Communicate with physicians, dentists, nursing staff, and ancillary hospital personnel, patients and patients’ families.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees