DENTAL ASSISTANT

Cincinnati Pa; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team in a part-time capacity. This role is pivotal in providing clinical support, performing intra-oral tasks, and ensuring a smooth operation within the dental clinic. As a Dental Assistant, you'll engage directly with patients, assist in various dental procedures, and maintain a safe and sanitary environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in the healthcare sector while making a positive impact on patients' lives. If you're passionate about dental care and eager to contribute to a supportive team, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have training or 3 years experience as a chairside Dental Assistant.
• Knowledge of dental materials and infection control is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical support functions in a dental clinic.
• Assist with four-handed dentistry during patient treatment.

Skills

Intra-oral dental tasks

Patient communication

Dental radiography

Four-handed dentistry

Infection control procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Training as a chairside Dental Assistant

Tools

Dental equipment

Computer software for dental procedures

Job description

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General Statement of Duties:

This employee provides advanced remediable intra-oral dental tasks/procedures during examination and treatment of patients. Performs clinical support functions essential for the operation of a dental clinic. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of

1. Principals and working properties of various dental restorative materials.
2. Proper use of equipment, instruments, and supplies used in performance of comprehensive dental treatment.
3. Proper maintenance of dental equipment including hand pieces, vacuum, compressor, automatic processor, dental unit, and autoclave.
4. CDC, OSHA, and State Dental Board rules and requirements concerning infection control rules and regulations.
5. Safe handling of contaminated instruments and waste.
6. Potential for exposure to HIV, HBV, TD, STDs, etc.
7. Basic life support in the management of dental emergencies.
8. Skills and techniques used in assistance with provision of four-handed dentistry.

Skills and Abilities

1. Operate a computer utilizing the appropriate software related to assigned area of responsibility.
2. Input appropriate data into computer system.
3. Operate equipment and instruments used in performance of assigned dental procedures.
4. Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs.
5. Pour and trim study models.
6. Place dental restorative materials - metallic & non-metallic.
7. Place sealants.
8. Communicate in lay terms to dental patients.

Required Education And Experience

Each applicant must have the equivalency of a high school diploma plus training or three years of experience as a chairside Dental Assistant.

Other Requirements

1. Must have a valid Driver's License.
2. Must have a Dental Assistant Radiographer License from the Ohio State Dental Board.

Working and Physical Conditions

Examples of Work Performed

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

1. Placement of sealants.
2. Placement of restorative materials: amalgam, non-metallic, and direct bonding materials.
3. Aspiration and retraction, excluding placement of gingival retraction materials.
4. Intra-oral instrument transfer.
5. Preliminary charting of missing and filled teeth.
6. Elastomeric impressions for diagnostic models and models to be used for opposing models in construction of appliances and restorations.
7. Taking impressions for the construction of custom trays.
8. Shade selection for fabrication of appliances or restorations.
9. Applications of topical anesthetics.
10. Removal of periodontal dressings (packs).
11. Pulp testing.
12. Fluoride application, limited to liquid or gel applications.
13. Topical applications of desensitizing agents to teeth.
14. Application of periodontal dressings (packs).
15. Suture removal.
16. Placement of rubber dam over preplaced clamp and removal of clamp and rubber dam.
17. Application of cavity varnish.
18. Placement and removal of surgical dressings.
19. Intra-oral bite registrations.
20. Repair, construction, and finishing of metallic and plastic prosthetic devices.
21. Irrigation and drying of canals during endodontic procedures.
22. Placement of medication in the pulp chamber(s) of teeth with non-vital pulp or instrumented canals.
23. Seat and dismiss patients.
24. Assist patients in completion of forms.
25. Perform direct, four-handed assistance to dentist or dental hygienist during dental treatment.
26. Record examination findings and treatment on patients' charts.
27. Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs.
28. Pour and trim study models.
29. Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients.
30. Make, confirm, and coordinate patient appointments.
31. Keep dental operatories clean, sanitary, and organized.
32. Sterilize instruments and maintain instruments in treatment trays.
33. Perform routine tasks related to daily/weekly/maintenance of equipment.
34. Assist with clinic inventory and ensure that laboratory work has been returned.
35. Prepare records and reports.
36. Assists those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient, and professional manner.

Probationary Period

Four months

Supervision Exercised

None

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care