Dental Assistant - Windham County Dental Center

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Ultrasound Technologist

Job Code: (WCDCDentAsst)

Hours:

Mon-Fri

Weekend

Schedule:

No

Holiday

Schedule:

No

Call

Schedule:

No

FTE: 1.0 (40 hours/week)

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Department Name:
Windham County Dental Center

Location:

Brattleboro, Vermont

The Dental Assistant provides dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice. This role involves a combination of clinical duties, patient interaction, and administrative tasks.

• Sitting, standing & walking for long periods.
• Withstanding frequent bending, twisting and position changes while chairside.
• Wearing many layers of PPE.
• Tolerating moderate noise levels from dental & other office equipment.
• Being comfortable in a clinical/dental office setting.
• Maintaining professionalism in stressful situations.
• Frequent client and interoffice personnel interaction, dependent heavily on customer service.
• Able to lift at least 35 lbs. to handle equipment and supplies.

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including fillings, crown preparations, extractions, and root canals.
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for dental procedures, ensuring disinfection.
• Instruments processing/sterilization.
• Expose dental X-rays and other diagnostic images as directed by the dentist.
• Record patient medical histories and vital signs, and update patient records as needed.
• Provide chairside assistance to dentists by passing instruments, suctioning, and maintaining a clear operating field.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-procedure care instructions.
• Assist with patient comfort measures and address any concerns or questions they may have.
• Maintain an inventory of dental supplies and equipment and place orders as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain a clean and organized dental office environment.
• Maintain and flush water and suction lines following CDC recommendations.
• Maintain current SDS documentation, ensuring GHS is followed.
• Maintain medical emergency kits – expiration dates, including the defibrillator and pads.
• Fabrication of study models, mouth guards, bleaching trays.
• Manage sending and receiving lab cases in a timely manner.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as answering phones, treating patients, and handling paperwork.

• Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality pursuant to HIPAA.
• Strong knowledge of infection control, blood-borne pathogens, and State & OSHA regulations.
• Represents the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner.
• Proves punctual and flexible. Adheres to assigned work schedule and office policies.
• Comfortably handles multiple deadlines and task assignments.
• Works well independently and cooperatively in team settings.
• Exhibits willingness to participate in continuing education and other training seminars.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills by taking time to convey information effectively to patients and other team members.
• Understands that job duties may change.

• Basic understanding of dental terminology, procedures, and equipment.
• Proficiency in taking dental X-rays and maintaining sterilization protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a dental team.
• Compassion and empathy towards patients' needs and concerns.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of CPR course – course paid by WCDC.
• Online education dental assisting – course paid by WCDC.
• Completion of Radiology course – course paid by WCDC.

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