Dental Technician - Per Diem

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Wellness program with financial incentives

Family-friendly support including parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Dental Assistant in Danville, Pennsylvania. The role involves assisting in various surgical and dental procedures, managing patient care, and maintaining dental equipment. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, with preference given to graduates of specialty training programs. Candidates should ideally have at least one year of related work experience. Geisinger offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) plan and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Preferred: Graduate from a relevant Specialty Training Program.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical and dental procedures.
• Prepare patients for appropriate procedures.
• Maintain dental unit and handpieces.
• Provide oral health home care and post-op instructions.
• Schedule patients for appointments and surgeries.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Dental procedures

Medical record management

Emergency assistance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Tools

Dental X-Ray Equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Assists in surgical and dental procedures. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.

Job Duties

• Greets and prepares patient for appropriate procedure.
• Completes new medical questionnaire annually.
• Updates and reviews medical health history and completes all electronic medical record screenings at every dental visit.
• Exposes and processes radiographs.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and disinfects dental equipment and operatory.
• Maintains responsibility for general operatory and clinic maintenance, as well as monitors expiration dates on supplies.
• Maintains dental unit and hand pieces.
• Prepares tray setups.
• Assists with Oral Surgery and Dental procedures in the clinic and Operating Room setting.
• Ensures the availability of monitoring equipment in preparation for outpatient conscious sedations.
• Ensures all necessary elements are available in preparation for conscious sedation procedures.
• Assists during emergency situations.
• Prepares for the use of the rubber dam when appropriate.
• Takes preliminary impressions and counter casts for diagnostic casts.
• Removes sutures and places dressings.
• Schedules patients for multiple appointments and surgical procedures.
• Provides oral health home care and post op instructions when appropriate.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department‑specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Hours: Days

Benefits Of Working At Geisinger

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required), Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Dental X-Ray Certification within 12 months - Default Issuing Body

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