Chairside Dental Assistant

Enhanced Data Solutions Ltd.; Yukon (OK); Sur place; USD 20 664 000 - 30 307 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Northwood Dentistry & Braces in Yukon, OK seeks a full-time Chairside Dental Assistant to support the dentist chairside, sterilize tools, and manage radiographs, patient comfort, and records.

You will maintain infection control, train with the dental team, and assist with lab tasks and inventory while providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and completed dental assisting program.
• Current dental assistant license or permit per state regulations.
• CPR certification required; radiography certification if applicable.

Responsabilités

• Sit chairside to assist dentist and manage instruments.
• Sterilize instruments, prepare materials, and take radiographs.
• Maintain infection control and patient comfort before, during, and after treatment.
• Update patient records and assist in lab tasks as needed.
• Monitor dental supplies and assist with office duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Chairside support

Sterilization

Patient care

Infection control

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical dental assisting program

Outils

Radiography equipment

Dental imaging software

Description du poste

# Chairside Dental AssistantNorthwood Dentistry & Braces - Yukon, OK 73099## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelTechnical SchoolTravel PercentageNoneCategoryHealth Care## DescriptionJob PurposeThe Chairside Dental Assistant supports the team by contributing to the day to day operations of the clinic and ensuring a positive experience for patients and staff. This role requires professionalism, dependability and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Duties and Responsibilities* Sit chairside to relax the patient and hand the dentist proper equipment during appointments* Sterilize instruments, prepare dental materials and cements, process and mount radiographs and pour and trim cast molds* Responsible for any duties delegated by the Dentist and/or Lead Dental Assistant. This includes any duty for which the dental assistant has received adequate office-based training by the Dentist and/or Lead Dental Assistant to ensure that the dental assistant is properly aware of all requirements and responsibilities of each duty to be performed including taking X-rays once certified* Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)* Preventing the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment* Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment* Providing patients with instructions for oral care following treatment* Teaching patient’s appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)* Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)* Create, send and track lab cases* Monitor, order and maintain budget for dental supplies* Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer* Assisting in updating and maintaining client dental records / charts* Maintaining equipment and coordinating any necessary repairs* Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse as needed* Providing support to dentists and other staff as needed* Maintaining OSHA and HIPAA compliance* Displays the Enhance core values of Continuous Improvement, Selfless Team-First Attitude, Embrace Change, Conquer the Mountain Mentality and Take Initiative* Other duties as assigned## QualificationsQualificationsEducation: High school diploma or equivalent required.Licenses/Certifications: Current dental assistant license, registration, or permit as required by applicable state regulations. Current CPR certification required. Radiography/X-ray certification required if applicable to job duties and state regulations.Expanded Functions Preferred: Radiation, Coronal Polishing / Topical Fluoride, Sealants, Nitrous Oxide, Parenteral / Pediatric Anesthesia, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery. Must meet all state-specific requirements necessary. Experience: Previous experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.Working ConditionsDental practices run at a fast pace and dental assistants will be required to keep up with the flow of doctors and patients. Physical RequirementsDental Assistants will be required to:* Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.* Repeat the same movements.* Bend or twist their body.* Sit for long periods of time.* Stand for long periods of time.* Lifting up to 50 pounds