Dental Assistant Job Opening

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all the duties and responsibilities required to assist the dentist in meeting the oral health care needs of the patients as outlined by the state specific guidelines and regulations of the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist’s access; suctioning; passing instruments.
• Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth.
• Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies; pouring, trimming.
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR Certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting order for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and/or Experience:

• High School Education Level or Equivalent
• One year of practice and experience is preferred though not required
• Knowledge of dental terminology and instruments

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Current Dental Assistant License with the ASBDE in good standing
• Current BLS/CPR Certification & Training
• Current Administration of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia Permit (Preferred)
• Current Operation of Dental Radiographic Equipment Permit (Preferred)
• Current Coronal Polishing Permit (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

• Compassion and high level of service for our patients and staff
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional manner and appearance at all times
• Ability to support business strategy and vision
• Computer literate

WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of work performed in a clinical environment. Hours may change to meet the business needs.

Day/Hours: Mondays - Thursdays: 8am-5pm

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $12.00 to $19.00 /hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License:

• Certified Dental Assistant (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)