A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
Benefits include: Monday - Friday (No weekends and no holidays) Health, dental, and vision full coverage for individual Short term/long term disability options Vacation (annual) + PTO (accrued weekly) 16 paid holidays in the calendar year 401K - 5% matching Parental, medical, education, bereavement leaves and so much more!
BASIC FUNCTION
: Under the clinical direction of a licensed Dentist, the incumbent performs the duties of a Certified Dental Assistant during examination and treatment of patients and performs other supportive functions. Work involves exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and flying debris, therefore personal protective equipment appropriate to the task required by Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) will be worn at all times.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs routine chairside assisting, and accurately records diagnostic information and treatment. Responsible for day to day maintenance of all clinic areas, including cleanliness of clinic areas. Provides diagnostic aid including exposing radiographs, recording medical and dental histories. Educates patients regarding treatment and home care. Performs all routine dental equipment maintenance and monitoring for quality assurance. Monitors inventory, orders supplies and maintains adequate levels of supplies. Prepares and maintains dental operatory according to department's policy and procedures. Assists in dental laboratory with, but not limited to; model duplication, appliance fabrication, etc. Performs basic office procedures including answering telephones, scheduling patients. Upholds and promotes the value and integrity of the Seneca Nation Health System's mission statement. Will promote SNHS in a positive manner. Provides care through a trauma-informed lens by incorporating key principles of both physical and psychological environment safety, trustworthiness and transparency, collaboration of decision-making during treatment plan developments, empowerment of patients by recognizing and building upon individual strengths, as well as recognizing and respecting the diversity of cultural backgrounds and sensitivity. Attends all mandatory staff meetings and in-services. Follows all department, SNHS, and Seneca Nation policies. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages as described in the department's policies and procedures.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Must be physically fit to sit, walk, stand, and bend as necessary for long periods of time and occasionally lift supplies weighing no more than 25 lbs. Computer proficient with one or more years' experience in a clinical healthcare setting.
QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Dental Assistant with successful completion of Dental Assisting National Board examination, or a graduate of the IHS Dental Assistant competency program with full time employment and experience as a chairside assistant for five consecutive years, and completion of IHS competencies in infection control, radiology and clinical chairside assisting. CPR/BLS certification required. Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.
