Dental Assistant- Part Time

San José Clinic; Rosenberg (TX); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 28.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

San José Clinic in Rosenberg, Texas seeks a Part-time Dental Assistant to support dentists, hygienists and patient access staff in delivering primary dental care. You will assist with chair-side procedures, sterilization, radiographs, records and patient education, while maintaining a clean, efficient clinic environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma, completion of an accredited dental assisting program, Texas radiography registration, 1 year chair-side/4-handed dentistry experience,

Formación

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program required.
• Registered with Texas Board of Dental Examiners to perform radiographs.
• Minimum 1 year chair-side and 4-handed dentistry experience.
• Current CPR-BLS certification required.
• Excellent knowledge of general dentistry procedures.
• Proficient with computer systems and practice management software.
• Fluent in English and Spanish for patient interaction.

Responsabilidades

• Provide chair-side assistance to dentist and hygienist during procedures and tests.
• Assist patients with understanding terminology, medical/dental histories, and vital signs; record data.
• Prepare operatory, sterilize equipment, and maintain supplies and scheduling.
• Maintain clean, functional clinic and patient care areas; report data as assigned.
• Explain treatment plans and after-care instructions to patients.
• Assist with radiographs and proper consent forms as needed.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.

Conocimientos

Chair-side assistance

4-handed dentistry

Records management

Sterilization

Organization

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer relations

Time management

Computer operation

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program

Registered with Texas Board of Dental Examiners for radiographs

CPR-BLS certification

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Practice management software

Descripción del empleo

POSITION SUMMARY:

The part time Dental Assistant will assist dentists, hygienists and patient access specialists in the direct provision of primary care dental services and the treatment and education of patients. Maintain dental equipment, instruments, and the patient care environment.

Description

The part time Dental Assistant will assist dentists, hygienists and patient access specialists in the direct provision of primary care dental services and the treatment and education of patients. Maintain dental equipment, instruments, and the patient care environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance to dentist and hygienist in the performance of procedures, complex treatments and special tests.
• Assist dental staff in performing patient activities including comprehension of dental terminology, recording medical & dental histories, patient vital signs, charting, and dental radiographs and securing the appropriate consent forms as needed.
• Prepare operatory for patient care for daily activities by cleaning, sanitizing and maintaining equipment and maintain an efficient schedule of patients.
• Maintain a clean well-equipped clinic, properly functioning equipment, and organized patient care areas. Record/report data as directed through daily assignments.
• Notify appropriate staff of patient requests which need follow-up: referrals, and appointments.
• Reinforce after-care instructions to the patients and explains the treatment plans to the patients, to include the patient’s contribution for treatment advised.
• Assist in the sterilization of dental instruments, preparing dental trays for dental procedures, stocking supplies as needed.
• Assist with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse incidents during treatment of patients.
• Complete patient scheduling duties and cross train to provide backup coverage to the dental Patient Access Specialist
• Ensure prosthodontic cares are returned in a timely manner from the dental lab and are available for the patient’s next appointment.
• Work as a member of the dental team and with other departments to ensure coordination of activities.
• 12. Follows all HIPAA and OSHA guidelines and regulations, including assisting HIPAA and OSHA Officers in ensuring compliance.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information/records at all times
• Maintains established San José Clinic policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the San José Clinic Mission and Code of Conduct and is supportive of San José Clinic cultural diversity objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program
• Registered with the Texas Board of Dental Examiners to perform radiographs.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in chair side and 4 handed dentistry, including records management and sterilization.
• Hold and maintain current CPR-BLS certification.
• Possesses excellent knowledge of general dentistry procedures.
• Can demonstrate organizational skills, multi-tasking, and effective use of time.
• Ability to operate computer, copier, and fax machine.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and practice management system software applications.
• Knowledge of standard office policies and procedures.
• Knowledge eligibility requirements.
• Can demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Can demonstrate effective customer relation skills, working with diverse populations, often in stressful fast paced environments.
• Can demonstrate organizational skills, multi-tasking, and effective use of time.
• Ability to deal professionally, courteously and efficiently with the public and all levels of the organization.
• Ability to communicate with dental terminology in English and Spanish required.

Physical Requirement

• Ability to sit, stand, bend and stoop for (long) periods of time.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally/frequently.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Ability to respond to emergency/crisis situations.
• Exposure to noise.
• Exposure to blood and/or body fluids.