Expanded Duties Dental Assistant - Lancaster, KY

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant - Lancaster, KY

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White House Clinics – Lancaster

At White House Clinics, we do health care differently. Our multi‑disciplinary care teams incorporate the expertise of medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and care navigation professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care designed to help them achieve their health goals. While our work is fast‑paced, our teams enjoy being able to work collaboratively to support patients.

• Employer Paid Health, Life & Disability Insurance
• 4 Weeks of PTO
• Retirement Plan with up to 4% Employer Match
• 8 Paid Holidays
• And More!

Many employees work alternative work schedules which allow them a day off during the week.

The Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) assists dentists in providing efficient and effective care and treatment of patients. The EDDA is responsible for prepping the operatory for patient procedures, arranging patient trays, escorting patients from the waiting area to the operatory, and assisting the dentist with each clinical procedure. EDDAs are tasked with keeping the operatory stocked, processing dental equipment through the cleaning steps to ensure proper sterilization, organizing patient flow for optimum efficiency, and cleaning and sterilizing the operatory following patient procedures.

The Expanded Duty Dental Assistant works as part of an integrated care team to provide high‑quality coordinated care.

• Follow guidelines for patient workflow and monitor schedule for quick patient care.
• Complete all steps necessary to prepare the operatory and patient room prior to the dentist seeing the patient, including collecting health history and updating the patient chart. Review chart notes and verify the reason for visit with the patient.
• Assist the dentist throughout the patient visit and work under the dentist’s direction to complete all tasks associated with direct patient care including chairside assisting, 4‑handed dentistry, etc. Obtain radiographic images and load them into the EDR system. Deliver preventive education to patients.
• Conduct expanded functions as directed by the dentist.
• Complete paperwork associated with patient care (i.e., lab cases, pre‑authorization requests) as directed by the dentist and/or supervisor.
• Determine and schedule follow‑up appointments as required, explain post‑treatment instructions to patients, and see the patient at the check‑out desk to finalize the visit.
• Complete all necessary procedures for maintaining proper maintenance of the operatory and dental equipment.
• Use downtime to complete activities that support efficient departmental operations.
• Complete departmental activities that support the hygienist to further support efficiency and team goals.
• Perform related work and other duties or tasks as assigned.

• Minimum Education
  :
  High School Diploma and Certificate of Expanded Dental Assistant Functions
• Minimum Work Experience
  :
  Minimum 1‑year dental assisting experience preferred.
• Required License
  : n/a

Successful applicants will be mature and well‑organized with a pleasant personality and speaking voice. As this position works directly with the patient in providing direct and close contact patient care, a professional appearance and a friendly demeanor are required. Knowledge of dental office procedures, basic computer skills, and scheduling. The position requires skills in verbal and written communication. Ability to communicate information clearly and effectively with patients and colleagues.

Ability to work effectively with co‑workers as a team member.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability.

Accountable to the Dental Back Office Team Leader and Service Line Manager.

$15.04 - $23.68 per hour, based on experience.

37.5 hours (Irregular work hours, some overtime possible at times.)

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work. The health center reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and the Center continues to maintain its status as an at‑will employer.