Expanded Function Dental Assistant

23 hours ago

Richmond, Indiana, United States Meridian Health Full time
Job Title: Expanded Function Dental Assistant

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Expanded Function Dental Assistant to join our team at Meridian Health Services. As a key member of our dental care team, you will provide expanded or extended duties, services, or capacities under the supervision of a licensed dentist.

Responsibilities:
  • Take and document patient health history and alert dentist to identified health risks.
  • Take and record patient vital signs prior to exam.
  • Perform oral procedures in accordance with formal training and State licensure scope.
  • Set up operatory appropriately for intended exam and or treatment.
  • Provide chairside assistance for the hygienist or dentist as directed.
  • Skilled in four-handed dentistry technique.
  • Provide patient teaching as needed.
  • Take x-rays as directed by the hygienist or dentist.
  • Follow OSHA and Infection Control guidelines specific to:
    • Personal emergency treatment for blood or chemical in eyes
    • Instrument sterilization and storage
  • Bio-hazard waste handling, disposal and storage (including needles)
  • Wearing appropriate person protective gear during oral procedures
  • Assist with maintaining supply inventory.
  • Assist with monitoring equipment functionality for maintenance inter
  • A member of the dental care team in accordance with NNOHA and NCQA- Patient Centered Medical Home Standards
  • Participate in ongoing professional development training (as assigned).
  • Participated on content-specific committees or teams (as assigned).
  • Perform assigned duties that fall within your area of practice (i.e. front office tasks).
Requirements:
  • Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant training program
  • Dental Radiographer license obtained within the first 6 months of employment
  • Must have Expanded Function Dental Assistant certification
  • Must have at least 2 yr. chairside experience (possibly 1 yr. if externship done at MHS site).
  • A valid driver's license with a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance
Benefits:
  • Welcome Bonus of $2,500.
  • Unique Mission - Innovative leader in integrated care and whole person health
  • Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Comprehensive Benefit Package
  • 401k with Company match
  • Professional development funds for Licensure and Continuing Education
  • Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs
  • Merit based compensation
  • We offer a shift differential for those certified in Coronal polishing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify. We recommend that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

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