Dental Assistant

Community Health Care • Bridgeton, NJ

52d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting the dentist in the operatory, maintaining instruments, work areas, and supplies under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist. The Dental Assistant plays a key role in ensuring patient comfort and efficient dental treatment delivery, while also contributing to infection control and operational readiness of the dental clinic.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate from an approved educational program in dental assisting
• Licensed registration certificate in x-ray technology approved by the Department of Environmental Protection
• CPR Required
• Works with hazardous and bio-hazardous materials
• Long hours of standing, walking

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in the waiting area and escort them to the dental treatment area.
• Review patient dental records, including procedures, X-rays, referrals, labs, and medical history.
• Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure.
• Take dental radiographs and ensure clarity and readability.
• Prepare the dental operatory by setting up appropriate equipment for the planned procedure and explaining the process to the patient.
• Perform pre-impression evaluations, including selecting tray sizes and taking primary impressions.
• Clean and disinfect all rooms after patient treatment and maintain daily disinfection of the entire treatment area.
• Manage instrumentation by sonicating, bagging, and autoclaving instruments daily, and setting treatment trays.
• Maintain scheduled maintenance of all dental equipment.
• Perform four-handed dentistry, including retracting patient's cheek and tongue, removing debris, assisting with procedures, and assisting in training.
• Maintain logs for bio, autoclave/sterilization, and instrument rotation.
• Close down rooms, restock supplies, run lines, and properly shut down equipment.
• Provide oral health education to patients.
• Pour and trim dental models.
• Maintain dental supply inventory.
• Review schedules to ensure lab cases are available.
• Provide post-operative instructions to patients after extractions.
• Ensure a safe environment of care and reduce the risk of infections.
• Interact professionally with patients, visitors, staff, and outside agencies.
• Contribute to improving organizational performance activities.
• Promote positive working relationships.
• Interact with other departments to achieve the health center mission.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Identify problems and develop recommendations for resolution.
• Organize and prioritize tasks.
• Assume responsibility for ongoing professional growth and development.
• Participate in department planning and health center committees as requested.
• Adhere to personnel policies and maintain a clear and orderly work area.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Incentive program
• Life and disability insurance
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Reimbursement for licensure and certifications
• Reimbursement for CPR
• Discounted services
• Employee recognition programs
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) via Ameriflex
• Pension plan
• Cancer insurance policies
• Employee-paid life insurance — 2x annual salary, up to $150K (CCHN-paid benefit)
• AAA membership (discounted rates)
• BJ’s Wholesale Club membership (discounted rates)
• Direct deposit
• Childcare reimbursement program
• Intersite travel reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED