Dental Assistant - Youngstown Dental Clinic

Dental Assistant - Mercy Health Physicians

The Dental Assistant assists the Dentist with various procedures performed at chairside in the Dental Clinic. He/she is also responsible for coordinating. He/she takes and develops oral x-rays, maintains various dental and other patient care supplies and equipment; instructs patients regarding proper oral health and other preventive measures; performs general receptionist/clerical/registration/billing duties. Performs other duties and assigns as requested.

• Prepares for procedures/exams:
  Greets and escorts patient to operatory area;
  Prepares patient, equipment and supplies for procedures and exams;
  Obtains chart.
• Uses suction devices, water spray cotton rolls, holders, cheek/tongue retractors to keep oral operating area clean during dental procedures;
  Prepares restorative materials and dental cements to be used during dental procedures;
  Takes and develops intra-oral radiographs;
  Assists Dentist with oral exams, cleanings, extractions, root canal therapy and fillings.
• Provides education and instruction;
  Gives post-procedure instruction to patient and/or significant other;
  Educates regarding proper oral hygiene and overall dental preventative care;
  Maintains dental instruments;
  Washes and soaks instruments in a solution before processing in ultrasonic cleaner;
  Sets up instruments for sterilization by packaging, labeling and dating;
  Processes instruments and transports instruments to and from Central Supply;
  Maintains disinfecting solutions according to protocol.
• Directs patients to financial counselor as necessary;
  Assists residents with completion of billing form;
  Performs general clerical duties as needed;
  Files patient and other records;
  Prepares and maintains charts;
  Maintains dental instruments.

Education:

Vocational/technical degree (Required)

Completion of dental assistant program

• OH Radiology License
• Basic Life Support CPR American Heart Association

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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