Dental Assistant

CLASSIFICATION/STATUS:

Non-exempt, Full Time, Permanent

Coordinator of Clinical Dental Services

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORK LOCATION:

On-site

PAY RANGE:
Band B ($21.00-$27.00/hour)

The mission of Charles River Community Health (CRCH) is to partner with individuals and families so they can thrive and lead healthier lives by delivering the comprehensive, integrated, and equitable primary healthcare that matters most to them. The Dental Assistant will play a critical role in the seamless execution of dental services by increasing patient flow and productivity. The Dental Assistant will work to decrease the workload of the individual provider/dentist to support the overall goal of providing quality dental care.

• Under the direct supervision of the Dentist and/or Hygienist, assist during patient exam(s) and treatment(s) chairside.
• Take digital radiographic images at the direction of a dental provider.
• Ensure that the images are stored in the appropriate digital file.
• Prepare operatory for dental treatment by arranging dental instruments, materials and medications.
• Prepare restorative materials and dental procedures.
• Keep oral operating areas clear during treatment.
• Sterilize instruments using autoclave and chemical disinfectants, maintain equipment.
• Assist in laboratory procedures as directed by the Dentist.
• Support training needs for students and internships as requested.
• Clean operatory areas units, chairs, cabinets, and counters as needed. Adhere to infection control and OSHA policies.
• Provide patient information and education as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other Health Center staff in meeting JCAHO accreditation and other regulatory and/or funding requirements.
• Perform general cleanup of lab areas and radiological equipment.
• Maintain inventory of materials used and order supplies in conjunction with the Dental Director, in absence of Senior Dental Assistant.
• Perform reception duties in the absence of the receptionist.
• Assist in the training of new staff members.
• Participate in various Health Center activities and committees as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Clinical Dental Services or designee.

• Graduate of High School required with at least one year of work experience.
• Must possess and maintain current Dental Assistant License from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Radiograph certification required within a year.
• Basic knowledge of dental terminology and procedures preferred.
• Familiarity with dental/medical office routine preferred.
• Must be familiar with the proper handling and storage of digital sensors.
• Bilingual with strong oral communication skills in English/Spanish or English/Portuguese highly preferred.
• Clinic is open 8:30am-5:00pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 8:30am-7:00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays; and 8:30am-1:00pm on Saturdays. Required to work from 8:20am-4:50pm, as well as evenings and Saturdays as needed in both locations.
• Must be able to adapt to the schedule and working style of assigned provider(s).
• Must be able to travel to either Charles River Community Health site (Brighton and Waltham) as needed.
• Must have excellent communication skills, particularly with people from diverse cultures, with the ability to understand the community, population, and patients we serve.
• Must believe in the work we do at CRCH, with a strong passion to serve underserved populations.

Charles River Community Health’s mission is to partner with individuals and families so they can thrive and lead healthier lives by delivering the comprehensive, integrated, and equitable primary healthcare that matters most to them.

CRCH is a comprehensive practice providing medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, optical, and vision services to diverse underserved local communities. We serve over 13,500 patients annually, and 90% of those served are low income, while over 70% need services in a language other than English.

We are committed to providing patients with timely access to the right care, at the right place and at the right time, collaborating with other…