Dental Assistant - Patient Care, Lab Work & Records

Ozarks Community Health Center (OCHC); Bolivar (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health provider in Missouri is seeking a Dental Assistant to support their mission of providing quality healthcare. The role involves bringing patients in for appointments, maintaining patient records, ensuring infection control, and assisting with dental procedures. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, current CPR certification, and preferably have previous dental assistance experience. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to patient care.

Qualifications

• Must pass annual competencies.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR certification is required.
• One-year dental assistance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support dental appointments by bringing patients back in a timely manner.
• Enter and update patient health history at each appointment.
• Process and develop diagnostic radiographs.
• Maintain a high level of infection control during procedures.
• Document treatment plans and go over costs with patients.

Skills

Infection control

Computer and typing skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Open Dental

Radiographic equipment

Autoclave

Job description

A community health provider in Missouri is seeking a Dental Assistant to support their mission of providing quality healthcare. The role involves bringing patients in for appointments, maintaining patient records, ensuring infection control, and assisting with dental procedures. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, current CPR certification, and preferably have previous dental assistance experience. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to patient care.