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Looking for full time / part time may be available.
Seeking qualified person DA/ RDA in a general dental office. We are located in Concord.
Qualifications Required
- certificate in dental Assisting DA/ Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification
-Certification for coronal polishing
-Certification for Infection control, CDA and X-rays.
- Proficiency in chairside assisting and dental assisting
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations
- Ability to perform X-Rays ( DEXIS experience is appreciated)
- Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills
Daily responsibilities of and DA/ RDA at our Practice
- Check treatment rooms for cleanliness; make necessary changes
- Check and turn on treatment room equipment
- Gather and review patient charts for the day
- Accurately prepare trays for treatment according to each patient’s file
- Set up treatment room for each patient
- Clean treatment rooms after each visit by discarding all disposable items, assembling soiled instruments and placing them in sterilization area and cleaning treatment room surfaces with disinfectant solution
- Infection Control procedures for hygiene treatment area:
* Discard properly all disposable items from each visit
* Assemble soiled instruments and palace in sterilization area
* Clean treatment room surfaces with disinfectant solution
* Pre-soak soiled instruments in disinfectant
* Process instruments in ultrasonic cleaner tank
* Rinse and soak treatment trays in disinfectant
* Sort and package instruments by tray for proper sterilization
* Load, activate and vent the sterilization unit according to the manufacturer’s directions
* Store instruments and trays in appropriate places
* Maintain proper water level in sterilizer
- Assist in cleaning and disinfecting operatory, charting and x-rays.
- Responsible for all sterilization procedures
- Mix required cleaning solutions and keep them fresh
- Clean sterilizers and ultrasonic cleaner tank
- Clean up treatment rooms at the end of the day, turn off equipment
- Check patient charts and laboratory work orders at the end of each day
- Maintain a supply inventory for treatment rooms and laboratory
- Submit supply order to Dentist/ office manager as necessary.
- Keep patient comfortable during dental visit.
- Communicate with patients in a friendly, understandable, and professional manner.
- Escort patients into treatment rooms and make them comfortable.
- Prepare patients for treatment; explain scheduled treatments to patients
- Check on patient comfort during treatment and help allay patient anxiety.
- Hand dental instruments to dentist in an accurate and timely manner
- Check on post – operative patients.
- reinforce oral hygiene instructions and post operative instructions to patients.
- Assist in Coronal polishing
- Escort patient to the front office after the visit
Laboratory Duties:
* Pour and trim model
* Prepare for lab cases and impressions for pick up
* Assist Front Office Coordinator with telephone, filing and other front office duties
* Collect and dispose of all daily trash to the appropriate location
PROFICENCIES
* Good written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and project a professional image when giving and taking information in writing, in person and over the phone.
* Strong analytical and negotiating ability with active listening skills.
* Exceptional leadership, management, and decision-making skills while meeting critical deadlines.
Advanced ability to:
* Explain complex information clearly and simply
* Take initiative and prioritize tasks; good time-management, problem-prevention and problem-solving skills
* Work accurately with close attention to detail
* Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
* Study and apply new information
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUCTIONS OF JOB
The expected physical demands of the position are described below.
* This position requires the employee to spend approximately 80-90% of his or her time working chairside with the Doctor, the balance of time (approximately 10-20%) is spent on other activities
* This position requires the employee to effectively communicate with coworkers and patients, by telephone, electronically and in person.
* This position requires the employee to effectively use a computer screen and interpret printed materials, software and other appropriate paperwork.
* This position may require the employee to transport, with or without assistance, up to 30 pounds of files, supplies and equipment such as computers and peripherals.
* This position may require the employee to access files or stock supplies in low cabinets and shelves.
* This position requires the employee to input information into computer systems and retrieve and work with appropriate paperwork, equipment and supplies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23- 32.00 per hour Depends on experience and skills
Expected hours: 30 -32 per week . Potential to add a day in future.
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) match
* Employee discount
* Paid time off
* Paid holidays
* Paid sick leave
* Professional development opportunities
* Dental benefit
* Free parking
Experience:
* Dental assisting: prefer 1 year ( can train right candidate)
License/Certification:
* DA/ RDA (Required)
Work Location: In person
Private dental office in Concord
Disposable gowns, Face shields, Goggles, Latex gloves, N95 masks, Nitrile gloves, Regular masks
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