Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant McCordsville, IN Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Bilingual Patient comfort CPR Certification Coronal Polish Certificate Dental care patient counseling Dental fabrication Image acquisition for patient care Tooth polishing Maintaining patient confidentiality BLS Certification First aid Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise High school diploma or GED X-Ray Certification Dental sterilization procedures First Aid Certification Four handed dentistry Medical equipment cleaning Operating medical imaging equipment Patient interaction Patient charting EFDA Certification Equipment inventory management Managing patient records Health education and counseling Entry level Full Job Description Job description Ladd Dental Group, Inc. is a family-owned dental practice with several locations in Indiana. We are currently seeking an EFDA for a location in McCordsville, IN.

This assistant will:

Assisting the doctor communicating effectively with patients, coworkers, and management Maintaining equipment and inventory, cleaning, sterilizing, and packaging instruments Following universal precautions, OSHA requirements, and any other state or nationwide regulations. Checking charts and preparing for morning huddle (15 minutes before first patient is scheduled) Preparing treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols Reviewing the day's treatment being done and medical history that includes updating any medical issues, allergies, and medications, record all changes Taking and recording blood pressure Obtaining patients signatures and notify Hygienists or Dentist of any significant changes in health Taking dental X-rays Preparing patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and assisting the dentist using 4-hand dentistry Providing information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests Providing instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area Positioning instruments for dentist's access Providing materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials Providing diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographics as requested by dentist Pouring and trimming study models Maintaining patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; and cleaning and polishing removable appliances. Educating patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions Documenting dental care services by charting in patient records Maintaining patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations Protecting patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Must be X-ray certified. Must have Coronal Polishing and Flouride certificate. Means to travel from one office to another.

Preferred:

Bilingual preferred. CPR and First-Aid certification preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Company Description Ladd Dental Group has been providing the highest quality dental care across Indiana communities for over 40 years! By taking our talent and experience, and combining it with our top-tier team of dental professionals and business support staff, we can deliver our patient-centric model of care to communities that would otherwise go underserved without compromising on care quality or patient experience, all at a great value for patients. Additional Information

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

: Ladd Dental Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This job description is subject to change without notice depending on the needs of the organization. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you have an Expanded Function Dental Assistant certification?

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required) Coronal Polish Certificate (Required)

Work Location:

In person