Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

2 days ago

Steubenville OH United States Steubenville Dental Studio Full time

_*Steubenville Dental Studio - Steubenville, OH*_

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

*Hours of operation*

Monday: 7:30am-5pm

Tuesday: 7:30am-5pm

Wednesday: 7:30am-5pm

Thursday: 7:30am-5pm

*Summary*

Partners with the practice team to provide excellent clinical support to help patients get their needed care. Prepares the patient for treatment and assists the dentist in restorative dentistry. Prepares material and equipment for treatment.

*Essential Responsibilities*

- Assists doctors which includes but is not limited to charting, placement of fillings, operatory set/clean up, and patient education.

- Able to perform expanded duties following state regulations and compliance.

- Assists in clinical procedures and treatment such as: placing amalgam or composite fillings, adaptation of temporary crowns, removing surgical sutures, and applying topical fluoride treatments. Limitations due apply per state requirements.

- Records and reviews patient health history, makes chart entries under the doctor's direction and assures completion of forms and signatures in dental software.

- Enters and updates patient treatment plans at the direction of the treating doctor.

- Prepares treatment estimates for review and discussion with patient.

- Reviews the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.

- Prepares patients, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, maintains chain of asepsis, prepares materials, and assists dentists during dental procedures following OSHA guidelines.

- Exposes and develops dental diagnostic radiographs.

- Orders and monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory.

- Organizes and assembles routine and specialty surgical instrument trays and other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.

- Operates and maintains steam autoclaves, keeping records of loads completed, items in loads, and maintenance procedures performed.

- Records sterilizer test results.

- Follows OSHA regulations and safety requirements to include compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X-rays, and other required certifications and registrations.

- Assists the dentist in the management of medical and dental emergencies.

- Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist.

- Follows company policies, procedures, and company training regarding patient care including but not limited to scheduling and time management protocols.

- Maintains the cleanliness of the dental practice both in and outside the dental practice.

- Participates in marketing events to promote dental services and the practice.

- Expected to work all scheduled work days, during scheduled hours and report to work on time.

- Embraces NADG's values, culture, and core 3 (three); People First, Access to Care, Cost Containment.

- Abides by NADG standard of care protocols and procedures.

- Supports NADG Care Cycle and will prioritize 'best-in-class' care to patients.

- Other duties as assigned.

*Experience/Requirements*

*All team members will abide by state and federal regulations to complete job duties*

- 0-2 years' experience

- State Licensure required

- Expanded Dental Assistant Certificate is required

- Valid Dental Radiographer License for respective state requirements

- Coronal polishing and sealant placement certification required for respective state requirements

- CPR certification required

- Proficient in MS Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

- Attendance & Reliability: Reports to work on time, dependable, punctual & possesses time management skills

- Cooperation & Teamwork: respectful of colleagues when working with others and makes valuable contributions to help the practice achieve its goals.

- Communication Skills: Written and oral communications are clear, organized, and effective; listening and comprehending well.

- Customer Service: Team members can take care of patient needs by providing and delivering professional, helpful, and high-quality service and assistance to both internal & external customers.

- Leadership & Decision-Making: Makes thoughtful, well-reasoned decisions, resourceful and creative in problem-solving.

- Initiative & Flexibility: Demonstrates initiative, often seeking out additional responsibility; identifies problems and solutions; thrives on new challenges and adjusts to unexpected change.

- Knowledge & Expertise: Understands and comprehends the information, processes, and procedures needed to complete their job.

- Technical Capabilities: Executes the responsibilities of the role in alignment with the company and industry standards. This includes attention to detail, consistency, productivity, and efficiency.

- Digital Dentistry: Has knowledge and is able to support team members in the use of digital equipment and software used within practice. Examples include Open Dental, Primescan, and OverJet, etc.

*Education/Training*

- Certification or Associate's degree from an accredited school or on-the-job training

*Physical/Environmental*

- Sitting, standing, and bending for extended periods.

- The individual can make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble exceedingly small objects.

- The individual demonstrates the ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

- The individual demonstrated the ability to keep the hand and arm steady while moving the arm or while holding the arm and hand in one position.

- The individual must make precise coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble exceedingly small objects.

- The individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

- Position requires frequent talking, hearing, and vision with moderate standing, walking, and reaching.

- General clinical environment with frequent exposure to chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, patient body fluids and/or tissue, and physical hazards such as needle sticks.

- Repetitive motion.

- Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

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. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday

License/Certification:
* EFDA Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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