Dental Assistant

Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental teams in various procedures, ensure patient comfort and safety, and maintain a well-stocked operatory. The successful candidate will hold a high school diploma and complete required certifications upon hire.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Dental Radiation Safety Course by accredited program required.
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assists in dental treatment and prepares patient for procedures.
• Takes and develops intra and extra oral radiographs.
• Monitors patient vital signs and comfort during procedures.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Dental Radiation Safety Course

Job description

Assists the dentist utilizing comprehensive four-handed dentistry techniques.Selects proper instruments and tray set-ups. Accurately records findings of examinations for dentists, completes images using appropriate techniques and follows infection control standards. Receives and triages patients and notifies dentist of patient status as needed.

• Assists in the dental treatment of patients to include seating the patient reviewing the medical history with the patient and reporting to the dentist any changes from the previous visit and the reason for the current visit.
• Takes develops and mounts intra and extra oral radiographs used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Prepares patient for operative procedures and assists the dentist by passing instruments having necessary equipment on hand providing suction and retraction.
• Mixes dental materials and monitors the patient’s vital signs and comfort level throughout the procedure. Monitors the patient's comfort level throughout the procedure and vital signs as needed.
• Cleans sterilizes and assembles instruments and equipment throughout the day.
• Requisitions supplies equipment and maintains a well stocked operatory.
• Maintains clinic appearance and monitors area for any safety violation.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Position Compensation Range: $17.65 - $27.36 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required. Successful completion of a Dental Radiation Safety Course by an Accredited Program of Study required.
Experience: None.
Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification with to be completed within 90 days of hire date. Dental Assistant Certification within two years of hire date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, steps) and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull

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