Dental Assistant - per diem (3 scheduled days per week)

Community Health Center of the North Country; Village of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a per diem Dental Assistant in Canton, NY, to support patient care and manage dental tools and records. This entry-level role requires professionalism and adherence to health regulations. The ideal candidate will assist with various clinical tasks and maintain a clean and safe environment for dental procedures.

Qualifications

• One year of approved chair-side experience as a dental assistant preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist in performing clinical procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with patient management.
• Follow all infection control policies and procedures.

Skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

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Description

REPORTS TO: Practice Manager / Dental Director

RATE OF PAY: $18.82/hour - $20.31/hour; biweekly pay structure

WORK SCHEDULE: Per diem, minimum of 22.5 scheduled hours per week. Weekdays only, no nights, no weekends, no major holidays.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Dental Assistant will perform duties assigned by the Clinic Dentist in conformity with training and within legal limitations as recognized by the American Dental Association and New York State Education Department. This position will assist with patient care, recordkeeping, and the preparation and cleaning of tools used in conjunction with dental procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist dentist in performing clinical procedures by passing instruments, retracting tissues, suctioning water, etc., and mixes and formulates dental materials such as cement, impressions, and restoration materials.
• Performs dental services commensurate with training, including instrument sterilization, maintenance of equipment, and implementation of infection control policies.
• Operates dental equipment, including evacuator, autoclave, triturator, and oxygen as needed.
• Assists the dentist in patient management.
• Assists with wheelchair transfer.
• Oversees scheduling of appointments for all dental patients for recall appointments.
• Maintains appropriate, complete, and accurate records, including tracking consent forms and following the progress of dental lab (prosthetic) cases.
• Assists in monitoring dental patients who have received oral sedation.
• Clarifies the dentist’s findings and orders as needed for patients and staff.
• Communicates with dental repair services technicians on all dental repairs.
• Assists in education programs for patients and staff.
• Participates in group conferences where expertise is required.
• Maintains records of:
• Radiation Exposure Reports, which are sent and processed monthly.
• Autoclave testing and reports.
• Prepares order forms for needed supplies or materials and submits to the Dental Director and/or Practice Manager for signature.
• Follows all infection control policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Dental Director and/or Practice Manager.
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Required.
• One year of approved chair-side experience as a dental assistant is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Exhibits a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Medium work; ability to lift, carry, and transfer 50 lbs. (Seldom)
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to sit/stand for long periods
• Regular exposure to infectious diseases, blood and airborne pathogens, needle sticks, hygiene issues, and other odors.
• Able to tolerate hospital smells.
• Ability to read digital readouts, recognize colors, and operate necessary equipment.
• Ability to wear necessary hospital masks, gowns, gloves, and close-toed shoes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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