Dental assistant II ONC

Seamar; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,742 - 36,663; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off starting at 24 days

401(k)/Retirement options

Job summary

Sea Mar is seeking a Dental Assistant II for its Vancouver clinic. The role involves assisting dental providers, maintaining patient records, and ensuring infection control. Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED, complete a formal Dental Assistant program, and be registered with the Washington State Department of Health. A strong emphasis is placed on communication skills and patient care. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate, read and write in English.
• Complete the DAII Competency Test with a minimum score of 80%.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental providers with all necessary chair-side assistance.
• Communicate patient delays and provide patient education.
• Participate in scheduling and maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Communicating in English

Understanding dental procedures

Infection control

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Dental Assistant program

Registered with Washington State Department of Health

Job description

**Job Title** Dental Assistant II**Position Summary**To assist the dental provider in the delivery of dental services to Sea Mar Community Health Center patients demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patients being served. Also included in the position is to assist with the coordination of clinic activities in regard to training, patient flow, and participation in the ordering of supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance.**Duties and Responsibilities**As a mission-driven organization, the core values of, and the services offered at Sea Mar are based on the belief that everyone deserves to be respectfully treated in a way that preserves dignity and enhances self-worth. Sea Mar is an advocate for its clients and aims to achieve industry-leading, client-centered, culturally-aware services.Sea Mar employees serve as an extension of this mission and demonstrate their commitment to anexcellent client experience by: Understanding and empathizing with client needs Surpassing client expectations Demonstrating a high level of integrity Exhibiting compassion and commitment Advocating for social justice Taking pride in individual work as well as that of the team Continually learning to stay current with industry standards, best practices and technologyAs a Sea Mar employee, the individual in this position commits to adherence to these values to theirutmost ability and endeavors to strengthen and embody this mission daily.**Job Description**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Anticipate and provide to Dental Providers all necessary chair side assistance using four-handeddentistry technique (as specified in the Dental Assistant Manual) with procedures in categoriesas required: Diagnostic, Preventative, Restorative, Endodontics, Periodontics, Oral Surgery,Prosthodontic, Orthodontics and other services allowed by the Washington Dental PracticeAct. Identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant,adolescents, and geriatric patients You must escort each patient to and from the treatment rooms. Greet, seat, and departpatients, being courteous and professional at all times, especially when talking to patients ordiscussing confidential information. You are responsible for communicating provider delays and delays in patient flow to the frontdesk staff as well as the patient. Provide patient education and instructions to patients before, after, and during any dentalprocedure. Participate in scheduling appointments arriving, and departing patients in Dentrix and registeringpatient in Allscripts PM. Have the ability to complete thorough, accurate charting in Dentrix using S.O.A.P. or P.A.R.T.S.format. Obtain accurate blood pressure readings and other vital signs as directed by Dental Provider. Maintain proper sterilization methods and OSHA regulations in all clinic areas includingtreatment rooms and the sterilization areas. Assist in doing inventory and the ordering of dental supplies 2 Perform the responsibilities outlined in the “Task & Duty List” (Dental Department Policy) oroutlined by the supervisor or Regional Dental Manager. Participate in the Quality Improvement Activities of the Dental Department and of Sea MarCommunity Health Centers (assigned by Dental Assistant III or the Dental Supervisor\ RegionalManager). Assist patients, both private pay and with insurance, by providing treatment plans and costestimates and sequencing of treatments. Complete insurance pre-authorizations; verify patienteligibility and benefits as directed by Dental Assistant III, Dentist, Dental Supervisor or RegionalDental Manager. Maintain proper records for: Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), spore tests, inventory andordering of dental supplies, maintenance of equipment and complete inventory lists, checkingand maintaining of the N2o and O2 cylinders, and, in standalone dental sites, updating theEmergency Kit Log. Assist the Dental Assistant III and the Dental Supervisor or Regional Dental Manager, incoordinating the training of new employees and/or dental trainees. Responsible to work on specific clinical or administrative duties assigned and approved by theDental Supervisor, Clinic Manager, Regional Dental Manager or Management. The duties and responsibilities for this position may vary with changes occurring in the clinicactivities or requirements. The supervisor or Regional Dental Manager may assign temporarywork in other departments or other dental sites.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTThis person must sign an oath of permanent confidentiality covering all patient related information. This person must receive a background check from the Washington State Patrol. The new employee shall sign and date the job description to affirm the validity of the information herein, and to signifycompliance with the conditions of employment.**Qualifications**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform satisfactorily the requirements listed in the task and duty list above. Below are general qualifications and abilities that the position may require to perform the task and duty list successfully: Operate in a manner that will prevent employees/patients exposure to communicable diseasesthrough proper infection control. A Dental Assistant I or a New Hire who meets the requirements or qualification to hold theDAII position must pass the DAII Competency Test and Practical with a minimum score of 80%or above to be advanced or hired to the DAII position.LANGUAGE/ MATHEMATIC SKILLS Must be able to communicate, read and write in English. Have the ability to read and interpret common written materials about dentistry. Ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff both verbally and in writing. Must be able to communicate basic 3 mathematical figures and amounts such as discounts,proportions, and percentages. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.REASONING ABILITY Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.**Education, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations, and Medical Screening** Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Have completed a formal Dental Assistant program at a College, Technical Institute orequivalent. A minimum of 6 months of work experience is required. Employee with no formal training musthave a minimum of 18 months’ work experience in a Dental Assistant position. All Dental Assistants must be registered with the Washington State Department of Health.Failure to keep current on your registration will be grounds for disciplinary action, includingsuspension and up to termination. This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and isrequired to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment. TB testing annually and a current Washington State Dental Registration.Additional Requirements Pre-hire and annual employee health screening required Annual influenza vaccine required. Only exception is for employees with a medical or religiousexemption approved by Administration. Employees with an approved medical or religiousexemption must wear a mask at all time during the flu season.**Work Environment**The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee may be required to share work space with other employees. Adequate lighting and equipment are available to the employee. Use of ergonomic office furniture will be used when available and appropriate. Some traveling may be required.**Physical Requirements**The physical demands that must be met by a Dental Assistant are those required to successfully perform the essential functions of dental assisting in dentistry. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requirements for performing the duties of this job as a dental assistant: The position regularly requires the physical demands to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers,handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must be able to lift or move a child or object of an average weight (up to 50 lbs.). Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distant, vision, color vision, peripheralvision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Hourly - Hourly Plan, 22.65 USD Hourly**What We Offer:**Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:* Medical* Dental* Vision* Prescription coverage* Life Insurance* Long Term Disability* EAP (Employee Assistance Program)* Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.* We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.Sea Mar is an equal opportunity employer.Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply thru our Career page at this link.