Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant
East Hartford, CT

• $18.50-22/hr DOE 
• Start ASAP
• Temporary to hire 
• Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8am – 4:30pm 
• Thursdays 8am – 6pm
• Friday 8am – 3pm 
• Possible rotating Saturdays 8am – 2pm  

Job Purpose
Supports dentist in primary dental care, prepares equipment/ operatory for dental procedures, contributes to supportive atmosphere for dental patients. Uses chairside, four handed dentistry techniques and confirms appointment and assists the dentist with follow-up care and care coordination. Takes guidance from Lead Dental Assistant. Cross train at reception area to assist as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical:

• Prepares office and treatment areas each day in accordance with policy.  Performs pre and post treatment setup/cleanup procedures for each patient according to the Center’s protocols.
• Prepares patients for dental procedures.  Assists dentist at chairside, using 4-handed techniques. 
• Performs independent patient services, as directed, including patient triage, digital radiographs, and impressions.
• Maintains adequate inventory of dental supplies and stocks operatory  daily
• Strictly follows all safety and infection control standards at all times.
• Takes quality digital radiographs, as prescribed. Observe radiation safety standards for staff and patients.

• Maintains and monitors laboratory procedures and cases.
• Confirms appointments for the dentist ahead of time. Assists the dentist with following up on patients and help with care coordination.
• Addresses telephone encounters and referrals daily.
• Performs  Autoclave Sterilization Procedures every day following our policy based on infection control standards at all times:
  • Central processing area or “sterilization room”
  • Instrument processing and sterilizing
  • Hand piece sterilization procedure:
  • Sterilization Room Cleaning and Maintenance
• Complies with all infection control policies and procedures outlined by the organization in accordance with professional, state, and federal guidelines.
• Accepts guidance from the Dental Lead and reports to Dental Director as needed. 

Administrative:

• Demonstrates respect and dignity for patients and staff at all times.  Works as an effective team member to promote efficient patient care for maximum productivity.
• Performs registration function in accordance with Center policy.
• Updates sliding fee scale annually for each patient.
• Computer Smart forms and PREPARE.
• Updates insurance and assists with copays, collections, and prior authorizations.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications
Education:

• Graduate of Accredited Dental Assisting School
• Certified in Dental Radiology by DANB
• ICE Certified

Skills:

• Prefer 3+ years dental experience in general dentistry
• Commitment to preventative care
• Knowledge/interest in providing care to diverse patient population
• Bilingual (Spanish), desirable
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Listening skills/follows direction
• Reliable Transportation to travel from site to site
• Knowledgeable about instruments, materials and techniques used for all procedures. 

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