Dental Assistant (I)

La Red Health Center, Inc.; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

La Red Health Center, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant (I) to support dental operations in a non-profit healthcare environment. The role involves preparing the operatory, assisting the dentist during procedures, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in a dental setting.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience with a general dentist.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours.
• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operatory and assists the dentist.
• Takes intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays.
• Documents dental history and patient reactions.

Skills

Effective communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Current Delaware Assistant Certification

Current Delaware certificate as a Radiological Technician

Tools

X-ray equipment

Computer proficiency

Job description

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Description

Supervisory Report: Chief Dental Officer

Wage Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Essential Responsibilities

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all associates in this classification. Listed are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Prepares the operatory and set up instruments and materials for dentist.
• Greets and verifies patient information, seats them for treatment.
• Assists the dentist utilizing 4 handed dentistry techniques and proper passing of instruments.
• Takes intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays of patients at the request of the dentist, using appropriate safety techniques.
• Scans x-ray films into patient EMR at proper resolution and contrast.
• Dispenses and mixes materials according to manufacturer directions.
• Takes alginate impressions, applies sealants, fluoride, and mixes cement for stainless steel crowns and intra-canal fillings.
• Handles sterilization of all instruments and disinfection of all objects that have come in contact with a patient. Performs extensive cleaning of operatories weekly.
• Stocks and maintains all dental operatories.
• Documents dental history or complaints, records and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to treatments using Dentrix; documents lab procedures and ensures follow-up on results.
• Assists with patient triage for walk-in patients.
• Prepares dental operatory and assists with patient reception, telephone calls, routine triage, and other office duties.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• Current Delaware Assistant Certification.
• Current Delaware certificate as a Radiological Technician, Dental Radiological Technician, or related certification.
• Three to five years experience with a general dentist.
• Effective communication skills; bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and with a diverse patient population.

Language Skills

English; bilingual (English/Spanish) skills a plus.

Equipment Operated

X-ray and panoramic x-ray equipment, computer proficiency required.

Work Environment

Medical offices or dental operatories; controlled lighting, air quality, and temperature. Exposure to communicable diseases and patient responses possible.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Standing, walking, kneeling, bending, grasping, manipulating, squatting, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and extensive standing/walking. Ability to read screens, printed materials, and communicate effectively. Ability to attend meetings or make presentations. Stress may be triggered by workload and complex cases.

General Information

• La Red Health Center, Inc. is a non-profit serving Sussex County, Delaware.
• Located at 21444 Carmean Way, Georgetown, DE.
• Committed to ethical conduct and legal compliance.
• Employees may perform tasks outside their job descriptions to support organizational growth.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare