Dental Assistant Floater

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentist in performing all clinical procedures by passing instruments, retracting tissues, suctioning water, etc. Mixes and formulates dental materials such as cement, impressions and restoration materials.
• Performs Dental Assistant services including instrument sterilization, maintenance of equipment and implementation of infection control policies.
• Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating and draping the patient, and assists the Dentist in patient management.
• Assists with wheelchair transfers, patient stabilization, and helps the dentist manage medical emergencies by maintaining BLS Certification.
• Oversees scheduling of appointments for all dental patients, maintains all dental records and patient confidentiality and confidence by abiding by HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Implements the procedure for assuring oral sedation and prophylactic antibiotic coverage for patients requiring such before dental treatment and maintains all prescription records.
• Implements the procedure, which assures that prescriptions are delivered to the appropriate staff and location.
• Keeps accurate records and follows the process for dental lab (prosthetic) cases.
• Provides post-treatment instructions for patients and staff and clarifies dentists’ findings and orders as needed for patients and staff.
• Ensures the operation of dental equipment by completing required maintenance checks; following manufacturers’ instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; and communicating with dental repair service technicians on all dental repairs.
• Maintains timely and accurate records of: a) radiation exposure reports which are sent to and processed monthly; b) autoclave testing and reports; and c) all consent forms.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory, conserves resources and anticipates supply need.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
• Assists the medical and nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients by taking vital signs and escorting patients to the treatment rooms as needed.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 1 year approved chair side experience as a dental assistant.
• BLS Certified.

Come join our network of dedicated health care professionals and make a difference in the lives of people who need you the most. You'll share in a distinctive mission and reap exceptional rewards.

Apply by sending resume and cover letter with salary requirements. EOE

PAY RANGE: $20-$25

All employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19