This is a full time or part time position.
Position Summary:
Assists the dentist in providing a wide variety of dental procedures.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Maintains supplies and equipment including x-ray developers/processor and pour models.
* Works with the dentist to improve their skills to function as independently as legal regulations permit; and is scheduled to be chair-side with the dentist in the practice, therefore the position requires flexible work hours according to the needs of the department.
* Receives and prepares patients.
* Charts dental records.
* Updates medical and dental histories and assists in maintaining dental records.
* Sterilizes dental instruments including hand pieces and disinfecting operatories according to established guidelines and after each patient.
* Any and all other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
One of the following combinations of education and employment experience must be met in order to be considered for the position:
* High School diploma or GED required.
* Training certification as a Dental Assistant preferred.
* One year relevant experience preferred.
* Demonstrated proficiency with a dental electronic record (EDR) strongly preferred.
* Must hold current MA Licensure to practice as a Dental Assistant.
* Must have a current BLS certification.
* Certification in radiology is required.
This position reports to the Director of Dental Services.
EOE
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