Dental Assistant (Manhattan)

Care For the Homeless; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Care For the Homeless in Manhattan, KS seeks a Dental Assistant to join the team under the supervision of the Dental Director. The role includes chairside support, patient preparation, radiography, lab tasks, and documentation across multiple dental sites.

Qualified candidates have at least two years of clinical experience, completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program, and strong communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Employ excellent written, communication, and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental treatment and assist Dentist and Hygienist.
• Greet patients and escort them to the operatory.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment with bibs and instruments.
• Maintain supplies and instruments in all dental operations.
• Perform laboratory and x-ray tasks under supervision.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and surfaces.
• Record medical and dental history and vital signs.
• Participate in dental events and outreach programs.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices.
• Provide post-operative care as prescribed by the dentist.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Use electronic records to document patient information.

Skills

Two years clinical experience

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma

Certified/Accredited Dental Assistant program

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The dental Assistant reports directly to the Dental Director and performs patient care duties, laboratory duties, and clerical duties. Under direct supervision, the Dental assistant must demonstrate skills in the performance of dental procedures and in the use of dental equipment. The assistant is required to work at all dental sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide chairside assistance when necessary during dental treatment and assist the Dentist and the Dental Hygienist during dental procedures.
• Greet patients and escort them to the appropriate operatory
• Prepares patient for examination and treatment, including placement of bibs and instruments for procedures
• Maintains supplies and instruments in all dental operations.
• Performs laboratory and x-ray tasks under supervision.
• Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and surfaces in dental operations
• Takes and records medical and dental history and vital signs of patients
• Participates in dental events and outreach programs for patients
• Instructs and educates patients on best oral hygiene practices.
• Provides post-operative care as prescribed by the dentist.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times
• Utilizes electronic dental and medical records to document patient information.
• Must abide by policies set by OSHA, CDC and ,OSAP
• Be committed to learning and developing oneself in areas of clinical procedures, patient care, best and safest practices to ensure quality and improvement for the wellbeing of patients and self.
• Demonstrates ability to be an unwavering team player.
• Attends and participates in monthly and other staff meetings as requested.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Experience & Skills

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience as a Dental Assistant
• Employ excellent written, communication, and verbal skills.

Educational Experience

• High School Diploma
• Certified or completion of an Accredited Dental Assistant program
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

Pay: $24.73