Part-time Dental Assistant

North Side Christian Health Center; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

North Side Christian Health Center in Pittsburgh is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist with four-handed chair-side care, radiography, and lab work. You will prepare trays, maintain infection control, and document patient histories in the EMR to ensure smooth clinical operations.

You will also take blood pressure, assist with lab authorization, and maintain patient comfort while coordinating with the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Dental Assistant program completed or currently enrolled.
• Current BCLS, Radiology, and OSHA/HIPAA certifications.
• Proficiency in EDR software: Dentrix, Open Dental, eClinical Works, Dexis.

Responsibilities

• Performs four-handed chair-side assistance under supervision.
• Performs intra-oral and panoramic radiographs.
• Prepares trays and temporaries for bridgework and crowns.
• Maintains sterilization and disinfection of instruments.
• Reviews patient medical histories for the dentist's reference.
• Takes and records blood pressure and vital signs.
• Documents in EMR and handles dental laboratory forms.
• Orders supplies and ensures proper waste disposal.
• Provides pre- and post-operative patient instruction.

Skills

Professional behavior

Role model

Conflict resolution

Staff collaboration

Confidentiality

Self-direction

Public health

Evening hours

Weekend hours

Outreach events

Faith-based mission

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant program

Radiology certification

BCLS certification

OSHA/HIPAA certification

Act 33

Act 34

Act 73 FBI Clearance

Flu vaccine

Tools

Dentrix

Open Dental

eClinical Works

Dexis

Job description

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs four-handed chair-side assistance to treating dentist under direct supervision
• Performs dental radiography-intra-oral and panoramic images
• Performs dental laboratory work-models, trays, temporaries for bridgework and crowns
• Performs sterilization and disinfection of dental instruments and equipment
• Prepares procedural trays/armamentaria set-ups
• Reviews and records patient medical histories for dentist's reference
• Takes and records patient's blood pressure
• Makes patient feel comfortable before and during treatment
• Completes thorough and timely clinical documentation in EMR
• Completes laboratory authorization forms and maintains record of dental laboratory cases
• Mixes dental materials
• Places and removes retraction cord
• Takes preliminary impressions
• Applies topical anesthetic in area of injection site
• Places post-extraction dressings
• Provides pre- and post- operative instruction for patients
• Performs routine maintenance of dental equipment
• Consistently practices universal precautions
• Orders dental supplies and materials
• Manages the appropriate disposal and removal of waste in dental clinic
• Recognizes and responds to basic medical emergencies
• Participate in dental huddle meetings to communicate and coordinate patient needs with the entire care team
• Communicates treatment recommendations with dental front desk
• Provides back-up for dental co-workers when needed
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by Chief Dental Officer or Dentist(s)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Meets professional behavioral expectations
• Serves as role model for all employees, displaying professional courtesy and compassionate care of patients
• Demonstrates an ability to resolve interpersonal and professional conflicts appropriately
• Participates in staff meetings, trainings, and committees
• Prolonged sitting and/or standing and moving about throughout the workday
• Potential exposure to biohazardous materials, including ionizing radiation
• Keeps all matters related to the organization confidential in compliance with confidentiality policy
• Assumes responsibility for work performance and is able to be self-directed
• Takes pride in job performance as evident in compliance with job responsibilities
• Must have ability to collaborate and communicate with other staff
• Public health orientation through training, experience, or professional interest
• Works evening and weekend hours as scheduled
• Attends a minimum of one outreach event per calendar year
• Commitment to NSCHC faith-based mission to provide care to all who request it, without judgment

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Successful completion of Dental Assistant program required or currently enrolled in a program
• Must have current knowledge of and practice experience in dental assisting
• Must be able to bend, stretch and lift items up to 20 lbs.
• Current BCLS certification
• Current Radiology certification
• Current OSHA/HIPPA certification
• Proficiency in EDR software (Dentrix, Open Dental, eClinical Works, Dexis)
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
• Annual influenza vaccine