Dental Assistant

Comprehensive Community Action Program; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community action program is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in providing primary care dental services. Responsibilities include patient assistance, sterilization, and maintaining equipment. This role requires strong communication and collaborative skills, with a focus on diverse populations.

Benefits

403(b)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dental assisting course preferred.
• Certified Dental Assistant and X-Ray certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and answer questions.
• Prepare operatory for treatment and expose radiographs.
• Maintain equipment and ensure infection control.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Collaborative working

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited dental assisting course

Certified Dental Assistant

Current CPR (BLS)

X-Ray certification

Job description

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Description

CCAP Mission Statement: To empower all people and communities challenged by poverty and social and cultural barriers through advocacy, education, and access to high-quality health and human services.

Job Summary

This full-time position involves assisting dentists and dental hygienists in providing primary care dental services. Responsibilities include sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies.

Work Schedule

The position is 38 hours per week, with possible unscheduled overtime and flexible scheduling to accommodate the client population. May require work at any CCAP location.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting course (preferred)
• Certified Dental Assistant (preferred)
• Current CPR (BLS)
• X-Ray certification (preferred)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients and answer questions.
• Serve as chair-side assistant.
• Prepare operatory for treatment.
• Expose and develop radiographs.
• Perform delegated procedures.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Ensure infection control and safety protocols.
• Maintain patient records and assist with administrative tasks.
• Ensure sterility and proper disposal of materials.
• Participate in health promotion activities.
• Travel as needed.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of dental assisting techniques and materials.
• Empathetic and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Collaborative working skills with healthcare professionals.

Physical Demands

Prolonged standing or sitting, manual dexterity, and visual acuity are required. Work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and other hazards.

Benefits

Includes 403(b), health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and holidays.

Salary

$19.00 - $22.00 per hour