Dental Assistant

North Side Christian Health Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health center in Pittsburgh is seeking a committed Dental Assistant to provide chair-side assistance and ensure patient comfort during treatments. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, have completed a dental assistant program, and hold relevant certifications. Join a dedicated team that values compassionate care and professional integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; completion of Dental Assistant program required.
• Current certifications in BCLS, Radiology, OSHA/HIPPA needed.
• Ability to lift items up to 20 lbs and perform chair-side assistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform four-handed chair-side assistance for treating dentists.
• Conduct dental radiography and sterilize dental instruments.
• Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Completion of Dental Assistant program

Current BCLS certification

Current Radiology certification

Current OSHA/HIPPA certification

Tools

EDR software (Dentrix, Open Dental, eClinical Works, Dexis)

Job description

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• Performs four-handed chair-side assistance to treating dentist under direct supervision
• Performs dental radiography-intra-oral and panoramic images
• Performs dental laboratory work-models, trays, temporaries for bridgework and crowns
• Performs sterilization and disinfection of dental instruments and equipment
• Reviews and records patient medical histories for dentist's reference
• Takes and records patient's blood pressure
• Makes patient feel comfortable before and during treatment
• Completes thorough and timely clinical documentation in EMR
• Completes laboratory authorization forms and maintains record of dental laboratory cases
• Places and removes retraction cord
• Takes preliminary impressions
• Applies topical anesthetic in area of injection site
• Provides pre- and post- operative instruction for patients
• Performs routine maintenance of dental equipment
• Consistently practices universal precautions
• Orders dental supplies and materials
• Manages the appropriate disposal and removal of waste in dental clinic
• Recognizes and responds to basic medical emergencies
• Participate in dental huddle meetings to communicate and coordinate patient needs with the entire care team
• Communicates treatment recommendations with dental front desk
• Provides back-up for dental co-workers when needed
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by Chief Dental Officer or Dentist(s)
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities-

• Performs four-handed chair-side assistance to treating dentist under direct supervision
• Performs dental radiography-intra-oral and panoramic images
• Performs dental laboratory work-models, trays, temporaries for bridgework and crowns
• Performs sterilization and disinfection of dental instruments and equipment
• Prepares procedural trays/armamentaria set-ups
• Reviews and records patient medical histories for dentist's reference
• Takes and records patient's blood pressure
• Makes patient feel comfortable before and during treatment
• Completes thorough and timely clinical documentation in EMR
• Completes laboratory authorization forms and maintains record of dental laboratory cases
• Mixes dental materials
• Places and removes retraction cord
• Takes preliminary impressions
• Applies topical anesthetic in area of injection site
• Places post-extraction dressings
• Provides pre- and post- operative instruction for patients
• Performs routine maintenance of dental equipment
• Consistently practices universal precautions
• Orders dental supplies and materials
• Manages the appropriate disposal and removal of waste in dental clinic
• Recognizes and responds to basic medical emergencies
• Participate in dental huddle meetings to communicate and coordinate patient needs with the entire care team
• Communicates treatment recommendations with dental front desk
• Provides back-up for dental co-workers when needed
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by Chief Dental Officer or Dentist(s)
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities -

• Meets professional behavioral expectations
• Serves as role model for all employees, displaying professional courtesy and compassionate care of patients
• Demonstrates an ability to resolve interpersonal and professional conflicts appropriately
• Participates in staff meetings, trainings, and committees
• Prolonged sitting and/or standing and moving about throughout the workday
• Potential exposure to biohazardous materials, including ionizing radiation
• Keeps all matters related to the organization confidential in compliance with confidentiality policy
• Assumes responsibility for work performance and is able to be self-directed
• Takes pride in job performance as evident in compliance with job responsibilities
• Must have ability to collaborate and communicate with other staff
• Public health orientation through training, experience, or professional interest
• Works evening and weekend hours as scheduled
• Attends a minimum of one outreach event per calendar year
• Commitment to NSCHC faith-based mission to provide care to all who request it, without judgment
  
  

Qualifications -

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Successful completion of Dental Assistant program required or currently enrolled in a program
• Must have current knowledge of and practice experience in dental assisting
• Must be able to bend, stretch and lift items up to 20 lbs.
• Current BCLS certification
• Current Radiology certification
• Current OSHA/HIPPA certification
• Proficiency in EDR software (Dentrix, Open Dental, eClinical Works, Dexis)
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
• Annual influenza vaccine

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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