Dental Assistant - 32 Hour - Part Time

Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare facility in Boston as a Dental Assistant. This role involves supporting dentists in delivering exceptional dental care, managing patient flow, and performing essential administrative tasks. You will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth operation in the dental clinic, contributing to the well-being of patients from diverse backgrounds. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication. If you are passionate about dental care and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and be part of a transformative healthcare experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

ADA Accommodation Support

COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccination Required

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Dental Assistant License issued by Massachusetts is required.
• Experience in a dental office or hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with patient flow and coordination.
• Coordinate patient care and maintain dental charts.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Effective Communication

Administrative Functions

Understanding Policies and Procedures

Education

Dental Assistant License

Certified Dental Assistant Training

Tools

Microsoft Office Software

Job description

The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital under the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a caring, dedicated, and attentive Dental Assistant. Under the supervision of the Chief of Dentistry, the Dental Assistant aids in the delivery of dental care and chairside responsibilities. The incumbent in this role will assist the dentist with patient flow and coordination, performing various administrative functions and assisting the dentist in all phases of examination, treatment, and related work as required.

Please note: The hours for this position are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., (32 hours per week). The days off are Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Coordinate patient care: scheduling, screening, maintaining dental chart, tracking/coordinating lab cases and consents.
• Maintain dental clinic communication, and all related logs, certifications, and inventory.
• Coordinate needed repairs with Environmental Services and Facilities Department.
• Coordinate dental hygiene student’s participation.
• Oversee all functions of the Oral Surgery Clinic.
• Determine/identify patient guardianship when necessary.
• Assist dentist when other dental assistant is out or when the clinic operations require additional assistance such as room setup/breakdown, direct dental assisting, taking dental x-rays, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to understand and apply the policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Work accurately with names, numbers, codes, and/or symbols.
• Communicate effectively in oral expression.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Dental Assistant License issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Previous work experience in a hospital or dental office as a preceptorship trained dental assistant.
• Completion of a certified dental assistant training program/bedside nursing preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Software: Word, Excel, and Outlook.

About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital:

Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital’s services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity.

Located in the heart of Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients.

The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients.

In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness.

Learn more about Shattuck Hospital: https://www.mass.gov/locations/lemuel-shattuck-hospital

Relocation information: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/dph-renovation-for-shattuck-hospital-replacement-building

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, http://www.mass.gov

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. #4

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: None. Special Requirements: Based on assignment, possession of a valid Dental Assistant Certificate issued by the Dental Assistants National Board.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.