BFT DENTAL ASSISTANT MGH NORTH END HEALTH CENTER

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Dental Assistant at a vibrant health center in Boston. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth dental operations, from preparing treatment areas to assisting patients during their visits. You will be part of a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care and education to patients, while also gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for dental health and a commitment to patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your unique contributions.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience as a dental assistant.
• Requires BLS certification and a Dental Assistant license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in delivering dental treatments and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain the dental treatment area and instruments.
• Provide patient education on oral health and care.

Skills

Assisting in four-handed dentistry

Infection control procedures

Patient education in oral health

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Ability to work with children and elderly

Knowledge of Italian/Spanish

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Dental Assistant license

Radiology certification

BLS certification

Job description

BFT DENTAL ASSISTANT MGH NORTH END HEALTH CENTER

Apply remote type: Onsite

Locations: Boston-MA

Time type: Part time

Posted on: Posted 4 Days Ago

Job requisition id: RQ3303898

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare.

Job Summary

• Greets and escorts dental patients to the dental treatment area.
• Prepares the dental exam room for dental treatment by cleaning and disinfecting treatment areas according to the Health Center’s policies and procedures.
• Prepares patients for dental treatment.
• Assists the dentist in the delivery of dental treatment, including:
• Performing four-handed dentistry.
• Takes x-rays.
• Processes alginate impressions and pours dental models.
• Removes temporary cement from crowns and re-cements crowns.
• Delivers bleaching kit to patients.
• Performs all infection control duties such as cleaning and sterilization of dental instruments according to health center policies and procedures.
• Stocks dental operatories and maintains dental supplies in treatment areas.
• Performs lab procedures such as fabrication of bleaching trays and dental models.
• Provides individualized patient dental education in oral health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment procedures.
• Applies anti-cariogenic agents including fluoride varnish.
• Places and removes dental dams.
• Cares for dental equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions and performs its required daily maintenance.
• Provides interpreting services if applicable between dental provider and patients as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in four-handed dentistry.
• Working knowledge of operative dentistry and other general dental procedures.
• Ability to work with small children and the elderly.
• Willingness to learn new procedures and work with others in the department.
• Knowledge of Italian/Spanish is a plus.
• Dental Assistant license.
• BLS certification.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Radiology certification.
• Must have at least one year full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a dental assistant in a recognized dental office, or successful completion of a training program for dental assistants at a recognized dental school or ambulatory health care setting.
• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, squat and climb stairs; tolerate long periods of standing, sitting, and repetitive motion.
• Able to hear normal speech and communicate orally and in writing.
• Requires manual dexterity to use available technology.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious materials, body fluids, and toxic chemicals.
• Must be able to adapt to patient’s status and needs.
• Eye and position strain from computer use.

Additional Job Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 101 Merrimac Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1

Employee Type: Temporary

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.