HireQuest

Dental Assistant

HireQuest - Greensburg, PA, United States

Cathy Benedict | Talent Executive
P: (617) 294 5572 |E:
cbenedict@hirequesthealth.com
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https://calendly.com/cbenedict-18xt/30min

Job Description

Job Title:Dental Assistant or Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – Permanent - Part Time/Full Time – Schedule 8-hour shift, 4 – hour shift and 10 – hour shift, Day Shift - Monday to Friday - Hours will vary No weekends - Work Location: In person

Location: Greensburg, PA -


Overview:


We are seeking a skilled and dedicated EFDA/Dental Assistant to join our team.

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching

  • AD&D insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Retirement plan

  • Bereavement leave

  • Paid time off

  • Paid jury duty

  • Happy hour

  • Flexible schedule

  • Employee discount

  • Mileage reimbursement

  • Travel reimbursement

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Continuing education credits

  • Flexible spending account

  • Opportunities for advancement and uniform allowance

Job Responsibilities Include:

  • Provide patient and parent homecare instructions.

  • Follow all guidelines, protocols, and policies with documentation for patient’s records (i.e. placing notes, charting, alerts)

  • Restock instruments and supplies throughout the office as necessary to maintain efficient work environment

  • Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying when there is a need for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories.

  • Advise parent what to expect in the visit and address any concerns

  • Sterilize and deliver instruments to treatment area; position instruments for dentist's access; suction; pass instruments using four-handed dentistry.

  • Preparing patients for dental work.

  • Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures.

  • Assisting dental hygienists with procedures and other tasks when necessary.

  • Exposing dental x-rays from dental diagnostics and caring for dental x-ray equipment.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Completion of an accredited dental assisting program

  • X-ray certification

  • Previous experience is preferred but not required

Education - High school diploma or equivalent

Experience - Previous experience is preferred but not required

Certification - X-ray certification. Completion of an accredited dental assisting program



Posted On: Wednesday, June 26, 2024



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