Dental Assistant FT

Gibson-Area-Hospital-; Gibson City (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services is seeking a full-time dental assistant to support the dentist and team with patient care, records, and clerical tasks. You will sterilize instruments, take X-rays, and help educate patients on oral hygiene within a busy clinic.

The role involves physical tasks, adherence to OSHA and HIPAA rules, and coordinating scheduling while maintaining inventory and patient comfort.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED.
• Experience with dental care devices and equipment.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Ability to maintain HIPAA-compliant records.
• Physically capable of lifting and long periods of sitting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist and staff in patient care, office and lab duties.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and prepare materials.
• Take x-rays and manage inventory of supplies.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Maintain infection control guidelines and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Infection control

Dental assisting

HIPAA compliance

Patient education

Office procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Autoclave

X-ray equipment

Dental instruments

Job description

HOURS & SHIFT REQUIREMENTS: Regular full time, 40 hours weekly, M-F 8-4:30GENERAL SUMMARYProvide quality care and services to patients by assisting the dentist and other staff in a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties.GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL& HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENTTo provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure all patient records and related documents are managed and maintained timely, accurately, and consistent with all HIPAA and related regulations and requirements.Demonstrate knowledge of dentistry procedures, clinic infection control procedures.Cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray and materials setup and taking of x-rays.Experience with the use of dental care devices and equipment.Assist in scheduling follow-up appointments as patient checks-out.Advise patients in oral hygiene and dental care, and follow through with post-visit duties.Keep abreast of OSHA and follow guidelines.Be aware of Provider/Scheduling synergy, understanding doctor’s treatment planning philosophy to better educate and create sense of urgency for the patients.Disinfect treatment rooms and equipment after each patient, document each autoclave cycle on tracking sheet.Confirm treatment rooms are stocked, ready, and clean at the beginning of each appointment.Maintain inventory and inform appropriate employee of any supply needs, and turn pumps on and off daily.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSRequires sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending and stretching for files and supplies. Occasionally lifts files or paper.Complete tasks with arm in extended position for an extended period of time.Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:Floor to waist – 30 pounds14” to waist – 40 poundsWaist to shoulder – 20 poundsShoulder to overhead – 10 poundsCarry 30 pounds for 30 feetPush 40 pounds/force for 15 feetPull 40 pounds/force for 15 feetRequires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone, copier, dictation recorder, and such other office equipment as necessary.Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts.It is necessary to view and type on computer screens for long periods and to work in an environment which can be very stressful.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPReports to the Office ManagerEDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED1. High School graduation or GED.INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVELWORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in an office environment.Involves frequent contact with staff, patients, and the public.Work may be stressful at times.Contact may involve dealing with angry or upset people.