Dental Assistant - Mobile Clinic (Bilingual Preferred)

Terry Reilly Health Services; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Dental Assistant for their Mobile Clinic. This full-time position requires a certified professional to perform various dental assisting duties, ensuring patient care and adherence to infection control policies. Bilingual candidates are preferred to enhance communication with diverse patients.

Qualifications

• Considerable manual dexterity for dental assisting duties.
• Expanded Functions Certification required.
• Ability to carry equipment and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform four-handed dentistry and explain treatment plans.
• Complete instrument sterilization and maintain inventory.
• Take radiographs and maintain infection control policies.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Graduation from a Dental Assistant Program

Job description

Dental Assistant - Mobile Clinic (Bilingual Preferred)

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Job Details

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For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2380144

About Terry Reilly Health Services

At Terry Reilly, we believe we are successful when we have a healthy, thriving community. We provide integrated care throughout the Treasure Valley with medical, dental, and behavioral health services. We value work-life balance and offer excellent benefits, including low-cost healthcare options.

Work Schedule

4 X 10-hour weekdays in Mobile Dental Clinic Van.

Responsibilities

1. Perform four-handed dentistry and explain treatment plans and procedures to patients, including costs.
2. Maintain set-up and break-down procedures for each patient encounter.
3. Complete instrument sterilization and maintain inventory of supplies.
4. Assist in ordering supplies and proper equipment maintenance.
5. Take radiographs and perform expanded duties according to certification, per the Idaho State Board of Dentistry rules.
6. Maintain infection control policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable manual dexterity and mobility to perform dental assisting duties, including passing instruments and working with radiographs and nitrous oxide.
• Ability to carry equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Knowledge and training in general dental assisting, including endodontic, oral surgery, crown and bridge, and prosthetic dentistry.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with the public.
• Expanded Functions Certification.
• Flexibility to work with different providers and locations.
• Graduation from a Dental Assistant Program or comparable training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Additional Details

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