DENTAL ASSISTANT

Lorain County Health & Dentistry; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Prescription Coverage

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Dis

401(k) Retirement Plan

Giving back, outreach, and patientAdv

Job summary

Lorain County Health & Dentistry seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing team in Lorain, OH. You will support patient care, prepare treatment rooms, and assist clinicians in a fast-paced dental environment.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited dental assistant program, holds or is eligible for an Ohio Radiograph permit, and is committed to HIPAA and infection control standards. Spanish language skills are a plus, and a valid driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a dental assistant program is required.
• Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit or eligibility is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Previous dental experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and drape patients and review medical and dental histories.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and materials per LCH&D protocols.
• Assist clinicians with all four-handed dentistry procedures including preventive, restorative, endodontics, and radiography.
• Maintain patient records accurately and comply with HIPAA at all times.
• Promote infection control standards and safe, high-quality patient care.

Skills

Spanish bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant program

Ohio Radiographic permit or eligibility

BLS certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing exceptional patient care. Join a dynamic dental team where your skills and enthusiasm make a real impact! We are looking for a motivated Dental Assistant who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver outstanding patient care andwho shares in the commitment of our organization's philosophy of "partnership" with patients while integrating its values of Respect, Quality, Compassion, Integrity, and Excellence

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as a dental care guide to patients and make every reasonable effort to make patients as comfortable as possible.
• Welcome and drape the patient.
• Review patient’s medical and oral history.
• Elicit relevant information from patient/caregiver regarding current and prior conditions or ailments.
• Measure and record patient vital signs.
• Educate patients and their caregivers on recommended techniques to improve and maintain good oral health.
• Prepare treatment rooms, tools, and equipment according to LCH&D protocols.
• Clean treatment rooms, tools, and equipment after procedures according to LCH&D protocols.
• Must demonstrate clinical competency in all 4 handed dental procedures including but not limited to: Preventative Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Oral Surgery Procedures, Endodontics, Diagnostic Radiographs.

• Must demonstrate competency in the role as "floater" and demonstrate good time management.
• Promote good health throughout the facility in conversation and behavior.
• Must maintain accurate records.
• Comply with HIPAA guidelines as all times
• Must maintain infection control standards at all times per organization policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed.
• Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• 20% walking or standing, 80% sitting at a desk.
• Category I re: exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed a dental assistant program, and have an Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit or eligibility for a permit.
• Must have BLS certification
• Previous dental experience preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity of all person, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

LCH&D is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department.