Dental Assistant (72979)

Women's Care; London (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

London Women's Care is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in a busy clinical setting in London, KY. The role requires preparing operatory spaces, assisting with procedures, taking radiographs, and maintaining infection control standards.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or DA certification, CPR, and strong customer service skills, with preference for X-ray certification and 1+ year of experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year dental assistant experience or DA certification.
• CPR certification.
• X-ray certification preferred.
• Strong customer service and patient-friendly approach.
• Ability to set up dental equipment per regulations.
• Maintain infection control per OSHA/CDC/ADA standards.
• Punctual, dependable and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist in delivering high-quality dental care.
• Prepare operatory, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Seat patient, explain procedures, and record health histories.
• Take and prepare radiographs with safety precautions.
• Assist with charting, emergencies, and four-handed dentistry.
• Maintain infection control and cleanliness of the operatory.
• Assist with lab work, impressions, models, and prostheses.
• Manage patient flow and ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Customer service

Independent worker

Ability to handle high-pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assisting certification (preferred)

CPR certification

X-ray certification (preferred)

Tools

Dental instruments

Radiographs (x-ray)

Infection control equipment

Job description

Job Location: 11200_KY_803 Meyers Baker Rd Ste 200 - London, KY 40741

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Clinical Staff

London Women's Care is dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive healthcare for every member of your family. From newborns to seniors, our skilled providers offer a wide range of specialties, including Primary Care, OBGYN, Pediatrics, Dentistry, and Behavioral Health.

Under the general supervision of a Dentist in a clinical setting, the Dental Assistant will work with the dentist in providing dental treatment for patients.

• Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants.


• Prepares and maintains dental instruments, supplies and equipment; prepares the operatory for the patient visit.


• Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed; collects and records patient health histories.


• Drapes patient with protective linens and sets up instrument tray containing instruments, suction, gauze and other required supplies.


• Prepares dental materials—cements, amalgams, composites, impression materials, etc.


• Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following proper radiation safety precautions.


• Assists with dental charting as appropriate.


• Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies.


• Manages the patient during dental procedures.


• Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry; anticipates the dentist’s needs.


• Takes impressions for study casts, athletic mouth guards and custom tray. Performs laboratory procedures neatly and efficiently. Pours models with no bubbles, properly trim models, polish dental prostheses, make vac-u-press forms.


• At the conclusion of the procedure, assists patient, clears work site of instruments and other materials; follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operatory for the next patient.


• Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility.


• Scans reception room for patients and helps to manage patient flow.


• Maintains and inventories dental supplies and lets manager know to reorders as necessary; tracks and verifies invoices if assigned by manager.


• Cleans and sterilizes all instruments; helps to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.


• Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.


• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities for Certified Dental Assistants:

• Polish the patient’s teeth to remove stains and soft deposits with Coronial Polishing Certification.


• Apply topical fluoride and varnishes.


• Apply pit and fissure sealants.


• Remove surgical sutures.


• Pre-select orthodontic bands.


• Place and remove orthodontic bands.


• Adapt temporary crowns.


• Place topical medications.


• Remove excess cement from fabricated restoration and orthodontic bands.


• Demonstrate and embody the Women’s Care mission and core values.


• Compliance with all HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Prefer a minimum of 1 year of dental assistant experience OR certification in Dental Assisting.


• CPR certification


• X-ray certification preferred.


• Strong customer service skills and ability to put patients at ease.


• Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.


• Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.


• Maintain and expand current level of dental assistant skills and knowledge by periodically attending continuing education programs.


• Place a high value on personal and departmental performance excellence.


• Able to professionally handle high-pressure situations and deadlines.


• Ability to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision.


• Able to accept constructive criticism and instruction while maintaining a positive attitude towards managers, programs and job responsibilities.


• Acts as a role model – willing to accept or volunteer on projects as opportunity arises.


• Must be dependable, reliable, and punctual.