Dental Assistant - Relief

Job Brief

Dental Assistant - Relief Yakima, WA

Employment duration:
Part time

Exempt Status:
Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?:
No

$21.23-$26.01 DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates

• Update patient medical records, conduct X-ray procedures including panoramic images and intraoral photographs
• Record periodontal charting and prepare instruments and equipment for provider exams
• Mix exam materials with awareness of infection control, perform preventative care such as fluoride treatments
• Monitor nitrous oxide analgesia under provider supervision (only in Washington)
• Educate patients on oral hygiene in clinic and school-based programs
• Assist in patient infection control program, sterilize instruments/equipment
• May assist in orthodontics, including obtaining patient records, bite registrations, patient models, fabricating orthodontic retainers, and placing/removing ligature ties
• May perform lead duties by maintaining daily flow of the department and acting as liaison between line staff and the direct supervisor. Manage breaks, lunches, sick calls, and overtime. Provide insights to leaders regarding employee skill level and performance. Responsible for training new and existing staff when needed.

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• BLS certification within 90 days
• Surgical Technologist Registration if assisting a dentist in the operating room
• Registration as a Dental Assistant or EFDA certification
• NOTE:
  
  Dental Assistants who have not received their Dental Assistant registration from the State of Washington will not be allowed to perform the essential functions of the job until it is received. Prior to this time, a Dental Assistant will be allowed to observe patient care and assist with paperwork and receptionist roles only.
• Dental Assistant Registration must be completed within 7 days of hire unless specifically approved by the Clinic Administrator
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at level 10 for differential pay
• Basic knowledge of medical/dental terminology, dental anatomy, dental materials/instruments, infection control techniques, and oral health care instruction
• Ability to perform four-handed dental assisting, including instrument transfer, oral evacuation, cement mixing, and spatulation
• Strong manual dexterity and coordination. Ability to interact professionally with patients of all ages and employees
• Basic proficiency in an Electronic Dental Record (EDR), Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

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