Dental Assistant Job Hobbs area,New Mexico USA,Dental / Dentistry

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides high-quality and culturally appropriate dental care to patients. This position plays a vital role inimproving oral health outcomes. Workswithin a multi-disciplinary healthcare team and supports the mission ofpromoting wellness in the Laguna community. Supports the dental team by performing a variety of clerical, clinical maintenance and clinicalfunctions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform chair side assisting duties to include all routine dental procedures in general dentistry.

Collaborate with patient registration/appointment staff to schedule patient visits and reminders.

Chart and record all treatment and treatment plans rendered to patients and refer patients utilizing electronic dentalrecord system(s).

Complete dental laboratory work in compliance with the dentist’s instructions.

Clean, package, sterilize and organize alldental instruments for proper storage and use or non-use thereof.

Prepare patient and operatory for proper dentalprocedure including setting up the appropriate instruments for plannedprocedures.

Operate dental x-ray equipment and intraoralcameras to take intra and extraoral radiographs and photographs, processand mount radiograph films using imaging software.

Provide routine polishing, topical fluoridetreatment and place pit and fissure sealants as prescribed by the dentist.

Perform routine dental laboratory procedures including pouring and trimming models, constructing custom trays,fabricating base plates and bite rims.

Take and record blood pressure. Review medical history with patient andalert provider to any changes. Creates medical history documentation in Electronic Dental Record.

Conduct inventory, order and requisitionsupplies and equipment ensuring clinic supplies are maintained.

Compile and produce a variety of recurring reports related to dental activities such as infection control logs.

Educate and instruct patients in prevention oforal disease and in post-treatment procedures.

Maintain the dental clinic in a clean andoperative condition.

Provide routine and preventative maintenance onall dental equipment.

Maintain on-line and paper Safety Data Sheets.

Cross train and assist with clerical office duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.One (1) year of professionalclinical experience as a Dental Assistant. Experience working in Native American or underserved community preferred.

2.High School Diploma or GED. Completion of Dental Assistant program from U.S.accredited post-secondary institution.

3.New Mexico Dental Assistant Certification or other state certification.

4.Current BLS certification.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1.Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively witha wide range of patients in a diverse community.

2.Techniquesfor dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnicand cultural backgrounds, in person and telephonically.

3.Ability to interact with staff in a team environment.

4.Comprehensive knowledge of dental assistant principles and techniques as traditionallypracticed.

5.Knowledgeofethical standards for the delivery of dental care.

6.Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

7.Knowledge ofdental anatomy and terminology and the ability to properly take diagnosticradiographs.

8.Knowledge andskill in adjusting and operating dental radiographic equipment.

9.Ability toexplain post-operative instructions and preventive techniques to patient.

10.Ability towork both independently and in a team environment.

11.Knowledge andskill in current sterilization techniques.

12.Knowledge and skill in detecting syncope, shock or other reactions to dental treatment inpatients.

13.Effective verbal and written communication skills.

14.Proficiency in use of computer/information technology including computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment.

Must include skills in Dentrix, MiPACS, RPMS or equivalent employee health record system .

15.Evidence ofthe practice of a high level of confidentiality.

16.Demonstratedability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information and documentation.

17.Judgment and decision-making ability.

18.Solidanalytical and problem-solving skills.

19.High attention to detail and accuracy.

This position may besubject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background check and/or a credit report check. In addition, some positions are subjectto a more extensive background check to ensure compliance with Public Law
101-630 Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act. Candidates must be able to successfully pass all required background checks and drug/alcohol testing to qualify for this position.

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