Expanded Function Dental Assistant II

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers; Lords Valley (PA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) Retirement Plan Matching

Job summary

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers in Lords Valley, PA is looking for a Part Time Dental Assistant. The ideal candidate will assist in patient treatment, manage dental supplies, and ensure compliance with regulations. A certificate in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting and Pennsylvania licensing are mandatory.

In addition to patient care duties, the role involves coordinating scheduling and maintaining dental equipment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Associate Degree required in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting.
• Licensing necessary from the State of Pennsylvania.
• X-ray certification and CPR certification must be current.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, record and review medical and dental history forms.
• Assist in patient treatment and monitor patients during procedures.
• Ensure compliance with dental regulations and maintain equipment.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Ability to work as a team player

Self-motivated and organized

Education

Certificate or Associate Degree in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting

Licensing in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting from the State of Pennsylvania

X-ray certification

Current CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lords Valley, PA 18428
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: Licensure
Job Category: Health Care

WMCHC’s Mission

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers creates and sustains healthy rural communities by providing accessible, high quality medical, dental, and behavioral health care for all, while recognizing and addressing other factors that influence health outcomes.

If our mission inspires you and you are willing to go the extra mile for our patients, please feel free to apply for this or future employment opportunities for which you meet the minimum qualifications. Please know that only the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications can be considered, and only those selected for interviews will be contacted by a WMCHC representative.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, record and review medical and dental history forms.
• Prepare patients for treatment and prepare tray setups for dental procedures. Clean and prepare operatory for new patient. Sterilize, disinfect instruments and equipment.
• Assist in patient treatment by handing instruments to the Dentist, suction patient’s mouth, and monitor patient when nitrous gas is used. Instruct patients in oral health and post-treatment care.
• Monitor and order dental supplies.
• Submit supply orders with the proper purchase number.
• Verify that all supplies and equipment are received on a specific invoice. Review the invoice and immediately sign the form and return it to the Materials Management Department.
• Coordinate patient scheduling with the Administrative Secretary II and provide office coverage of phones, computer (scheduling and billing) as necessary.
• Clean, maintain, monitor and schedule dental equipment maintenance when necessary. Send copies of all work records and invoices to the Materials Management Department. This includes any service provided under a maintenance agreement.
• Obtain dental x-rays as required.
• Mobile dental unit. Performs all tasks as required in the clinic setting. Works directly with the Mobile Dental Outreach to coordinate any necessary clinical activities.
• Ensure compliance with dental regulations, hospital policy and procedure and OSHA requirements.
• Work with clinical staff to ensure that quality patient care and services are provided.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement. Makes recommendations for improved work flow and clinic operations.
• Restore four or more surface preparations.
• Restore teeth preparations in esthetic areas.
• Fabricate temporary crowns/restorations.
• Assessing and choosing proper shade to match existing dentition.
• Coronal polishing.
• Apply fluoride treatment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certificate or Associate Degree in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensing in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting from the State of Pennsylvania.
• X-ray certification required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Self-motivated and organized.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term Disability.
• Long-Term Disability.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan Matching.