Dental Assistant
Codman Square Health Center, Dorchester Center, MA, United States
Dental Assistant
Codman Square Health Center - Dorchester, MA 02124
Salary Range $22.00 - $34.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Travel Percentage None Category Health Care
Position Summary:
The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting in the performance of quality, caring dentistry and to aid the doctor smoothly and unobtrusively. This position performs clinical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist. The assistant gets the patient ready, prepares the room and equipment and assists the dentist during treatment. Adheres to all required OSHA and health regulations.
Routine Patient Care:
Prepare clinic for daily activity upon arrival, including stocking the floor/bays
Seat the patient, review insurance status and assist in assuring all patients are properly insured or have made a deposit, prior to treatment
Prepare patient for treatment
Collect/confirm data and demographics, information and vital signs
Interview patients about personal, medical, and dental histories
Present the patient to the dentist and highlight key areas of concern
Serve as patient's advocate throughout the patient's visit
Assist in the behavioral management of the patient
Assure the comfort and safety of the patient environment at all times and report any issues to the dental leadership immediately
Expose radiographs as directed and quality check the diagnostic quality of the images, including: orientation, contrast, positioning, correct structure(s) captured
Provide active chair side assistance- be proactive and anticipate needs
Sterilization:
Perform weekly biological test
monitor and report results
Complete sterilization logs
confirm slips and proper documentation
Attend trainings and report back and/or train fellow staff
Maintain the sterilizers
Central Supply:
Participate in weekly ordering
Monitor and maintain a full stock of supplies and equipment in central supply
Open, examine, and confirm packing slips for newly arrive supplies and put all supplies in the proper place in a timely manner
Equipment:
Treat all equipment with respect and the highest level of care
Ensure the security of all equipment at all times
Monitor and remove broken instruments from use via broken instrument policy
Participate in the inventorying of all instruments for each quarter
Help facilitate interactions with repair vendors
Dental Lab:
Pour dental models
Maintain dental cases, pending cases, and lab log book
Place lab cases in each provider's lab storage area
Review pending lab cases and monitor overall case status
Maintain clean lab environment at all times
Office Support:
Organize and maintain supply and lab packing slips/invoices
Maintain dental records
Fulfill requests for copies of dental records
Schedule appointments
Cover the front desk as needed
Communicate status and needs to front desks, fellow assistants and providers, dental leadership
Continually monitor practice patient flow and anticipate and assist other team members to best serve the patients
Read, maintain, and respond to Codman Square email account daily
Education & Qualifications:
An On-the-Job Trained (OJT) Dental Assistant in the state of Massachusetts must be trained in the dental office under the supervision of a licensed dentist. A minimum of a high school diploma is required and a letter documenting such training has occurred. OR To qualify as a Formally Trained Dental Assistant (FTDA), one must:
Successfully complete a dental assisting program of not less than one year.
Current BLS/CPR
Documentation of completion of radiology certification or equivalent
Documentation of completed courses on CDC guidelines and OSHA standards
Current registration with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry, once required
Min of 0-3 years of clinical dentistry experience
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do detailed work, using arms, hands, and fingers to handle and feel object worked with. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be physically able to administer CPR. May have to lift up to 25-50 pounds, roll heavy small equipment, and lift heavy boxes to a height 2-5ft. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation.
Codman serves a diverse population. Applicants who have a multicultural background and/or bilingual are encouraged to apply. We offer a generous benefits package including:
A retirement employee-funded 403(b) plan
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (including but not limited to Paid Bereavement, Jury Duty, Sick, Vacation, etc.)
Educational Assistance and tuition reimbursement Programs
Supplemental (Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts, Commuter Benefits)
Voluntary (Cancer/Critical Care, Hospitalization, Accident)
Other benefits and perks!
Codman Square Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
Codman Square Health Center - Dorchester, MA 02124
Salary Range $22.00 - $34.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Travel Percentage None Category Health Care
Position Summary:
The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting in the performance of quality, caring dentistry and to aid the doctor smoothly and unobtrusively. This position performs clinical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist. The assistant gets the patient ready, prepares the room and equipment and assists the dentist during treatment. Adheres to all required OSHA and health regulations.
Routine Patient Care:
Prepare clinic for daily activity upon arrival, including stocking the floor/bays
Seat the patient, review insurance status and assist in assuring all patients are properly insured or have made a deposit, prior to treatment
Prepare patient for treatment
Collect/confirm data and demographics, information and vital signs
Interview patients about personal, medical, and dental histories
Present the patient to the dentist and highlight key areas of concern
Serve as patient's advocate throughout the patient's visit
Assist in the behavioral management of the patient
Assure the comfort and safety of the patient environment at all times and report any issues to the dental leadership immediately
Expose radiographs as directed and quality check the diagnostic quality of the images, including: orientation, contrast, positioning, correct structure(s) captured
Provide active chair side assistance- be proactive and anticipate needs
Sterilization:
Perform weekly biological test
monitor and report results
Complete sterilization logs
confirm slips and proper documentation
Attend trainings and report back and/or train fellow staff
Maintain the sterilizers
Central Supply:
Participate in weekly ordering
Monitor and maintain a full stock of supplies and equipment in central supply
Open, examine, and confirm packing slips for newly arrive supplies and put all supplies in the proper place in a timely manner
Equipment:
Treat all equipment with respect and the highest level of care
Ensure the security of all equipment at all times
Monitor and remove broken instruments from use via broken instrument policy
Participate in the inventorying of all instruments for each quarter
Help facilitate interactions with repair vendors
Dental Lab:
Pour dental models
Maintain dental cases, pending cases, and lab log book
Place lab cases in each provider's lab storage area
Review pending lab cases and monitor overall case status
Maintain clean lab environment at all times
Office Support:
Organize and maintain supply and lab packing slips/invoices
Maintain dental records
Fulfill requests for copies of dental records
Schedule appointments
Cover the front desk as needed
Communicate status and needs to front desks, fellow assistants and providers, dental leadership
Continually monitor practice patient flow and anticipate and assist other team members to best serve the patients
Read, maintain, and respond to Codman Square email account daily
Education & Qualifications:
An On-the-Job Trained (OJT) Dental Assistant in the state of Massachusetts must be trained in the dental office under the supervision of a licensed dentist. A minimum of a high school diploma is required and a letter documenting such training has occurred. OR To qualify as a Formally Trained Dental Assistant (FTDA), one must:
Successfully complete a dental assisting program of not less than one year.
Current BLS/CPR
Documentation of completion of radiology certification or equivalent
Documentation of completed courses on CDC guidelines and OSHA standards
Current registration with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry, once required
Min of 0-3 years of clinical dentistry experience
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do detailed work, using arms, hands, and fingers to handle and feel object worked with. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be physically able to administer CPR. May have to lift up to 25-50 pounds, roll heavy small equipment, and lift heavy boxes to a height 2-5ft. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation.
Codman serves a diverse population. Applicants who have a multicultural background and/or bilingual are encouraged to apply. We offer a generous benefits package including:
A retirement employee-funded 403(b) plan
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (including but not limited to Paid Bereavement, Jury Duty, Sick, Vacation, etc.)
Educational Assistance and tuition reimbursement Programs
Supplemental (Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts, Commuter Benefits)
Voluntary (Cancer/Critical Care, Hospitalization, Accident)
Other benefits and perks!
Codman Square Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.