Dental Assistant

Job Description

Under the direction of the Program Director for Dental Hygiene, the Dental Assistant is responsible for providing support in the CMC Oral Health Clinic through chairside assisting. The primary role is to support the general dentists delivering care in the dental hygiene educational oral health clinic. Secondary is to support the dental hygiene program inBru. The dental Assistant opens the clinic, prepares the patient for the treatment, assists the dentist in performing their treatment to the patient in general dentistry, prepares materials and equipment for treatment and have them ready for the dentist's use, takes radiographs and assists the dentist in laboratory work.

The dental assistant may perform Ngok. other related work to include, but not limited to, making appointments, answering the phone, managing supplies and submitting the dental billing and managing the laundry needs of the entire clinic.

Must have ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with all dental staff, administrative staff, and community agency personnel. Evenings and weekends are required.

This is a part‑time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC's workweek. CMC's workweek is Saturday through Friday.

Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position. Examples may include a high school diploma or equivalent գյուղ. and one year experience as a dental assistant or equivalent dental assisting education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position. Position requires advanced technical knowledge and skills. Proof of completing radiation safety course preferred.

Current CPR certification is required.

• OSAP‑DALE Foundation Dental Infection Prevention and Control Certificate preferred or ability to obtain in 3 months required.

Experience in providing support of a dental or dental hygiene clinic or related field and demonstrated competence in higher education administration as it relates to dental program administration preferred.

Special skills or abilities related to position require demonstrated knowledge of dental health education, ability to complete forms in an orderly and accurate manner, and able to use sound judgment. Possess a calm disposition and the ability to work easily with people. The role needs to be extreme flexibility and cooperation with the dentist, chairside assisting and dental terminology knowledge, experience with 3D scanner and general dentistry procedures, familiarity with medical terminology and aseptic technique, ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and English, willingness to learn and grow in a fast‑paced dental environment.

Must have a deep ethical foundation, extreme professionalism, love of dentistry, education, and students. Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities, along with strict adherence to FERPA and HIPAA laws. Responsibility for confirming and scheduling patients. Confidence to Pokud collect patient payments.

Make follow‑up calls for treatment and recall. Check and respond to daily emails. Assist with other office duties as requested or needed.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that's the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities required. The position will come with an additional 5% bilingual (Spanish/English) pay differential. The finalist will be required to complete language skill testing to verify…