Dental Assistant

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP); Dover (NH); Presencial; USD 24 000 - 34 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Wentworth Community Dental Center in Dover, NH, seeks a per diem Dental Assistant to support providers in a fast-paced practice. You will assist with various treatments, including extractions and surgical procedures, while helping with patient records and scheduling. The office operates 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Tuesday–Friday.

This role supports coverage for call-outs, vacations, and vacancies. A flexible, dependable team player who delivers exceptional patient care is sought.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Dental Assistant license required.
• BLS certification required.
• 0–1 year dental assistant experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assists dental hygienists with procedures when necessary.
• Records treatment information in patient records.
• Exposes dental x-rays and handles x-ray equipment.
• Provides patients with information on dental hygiene and oral health care.

Conhecimentos

Dental assisting

X-ray imaging

Patient care

Record keeping

Formação académica

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Dental Assistant License

BLS Certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary

Wentworth Community Dental Center, located at 668 Central Avenue in Dover, NH, provides affordable, high-quality dental care to underserved individuals and families throughout the greater Dover community.

We are seeking a per diem Dental Assistant to join our mission-driven team. In this role, you will support providers in a fast-paced, procedure-focused practice, assisting with a variety of treatments, including extractions and other surgical procedures. The office sees patients from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday.

This position helps provide coverage for call-outs, vacations, leaves, and vacancies. We are looking for a flexible, dependable team player who enjoys working collaboratively and delivering exceptional patient care.

Summary: Assists with a variety of health care tasks, from taking dental x-rays and caring for patients, to helping file records and appointment scheduling.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Assists dental hygienists with procedures when necessary.
• Records treatment information in patient records.
• Exposes dental x-rays from dental diagnostics and caring for dental x-ray equipment.
• Gives patients information on dental hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control programs.
• Collects and records medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs.
• Provides postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Orders dental supplies and maintains dental equipment inventory.
• Fabricates temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Dental Assistant [State License] required

Basic Life Support [BLS] required

Experience

Dental Assistant experience 0-1 year preferred

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

668 Central Avenue

Pay Range

$17.71 - $24.40/Hourly

Grade

3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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