Dental Assistant – Ranked Top 14 Dentists by Expertise.com
Ranked as one of the 14 top dentists in the West Hartford region by https://www.expertise.com/ct/west-hartford/dentists Green Meadow Dental take pride in bringing on exceptional talent to a growing organization.
Have you ever wished you could work with a group of top-notch healthcare professionals? Well, now you can! We’re looking for top-notch talent. We’re looking for excellent people on a mission to grow and work among the best. This is a permanent position with a talented team of people. But, you better act fast because we’re on a fast track and we’re looking for runners. We will be expanding our existing staff at a very busy, high-rated clinic in Newington. Looking for an optimistic, energetic, and motivated professional to join our amazing team. We are willing to train an exceptionally qualified candidate through our own in-house training program.
Required: – Optimistic attitude.- Strong proficiency with computers and office automation technology. – Able to follow instructions and take direction from business leaders and doctors. – Pays careful attention to detail.- Reliable and dependable. Able to get to work on time every time. – Able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing). – Works well with others. – Able to pass a background check. – Drug-free (able to pass an entry-level drug test). Prior healthcare experience (preferred, but not required).- Understanding of Scheduling and Comfortable Talking to PeopleJob
Assist the dentist of dental hygienist in the transfer of instruments utilizing approved dental assisting principles. Assist the operator in preparation and delivery of dental materials. Layout necessary instruments for the procedure(s). Expose and process x-rays and duplicate when necessary. Ensure all x-rays are suitable for diagnosis. Provide supportive care for patients at all times. Maintain Infection Control and OSHA guidelines. Take vital signs and review patient health history, updating as necessary. Keep the operatory neat and clean during procedures and disinfect thoroughly before each patient arrives. Keep handpieces properly maintained. Ensure that vacuum lines, unit, chair, light, instruments, and tray setups are thoroughly disinfected and properly sterilized at all times. Order and maintain the inventory of dental supplies. Provide administration with appropriate purchase data. Restock rooms as necessary. Provide patient management for the dental department. Perform expanded function duties as necessary. Ability to travel as necessary. Ability to work Late Evenings and Weekends Willing to support own team members to accomplish daily activities. Perform other duties assigned. Handle Protected Health Information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Ethical: Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and stewardship in all encounters at work Respect: Demonstrate consideration and appreciation for co-workers and patients Communication: Demonstrate the ability to convey thoughts and ideas as well as understand the perspective of others.
The Job in many cases with entail working with the front desk, picking up phone calls, scheduling patients, Checkin Patients and Check Out Patients.
HIPAA Requirements The expanded function dental assistant will have access to PHI in the course of carrying out his/her duties. Applying the minimum necessary standard of HIPAA, the designated records sets to which this employee will have access include the full dental chart, the full medical chart; all information in the practice management system, all other billing, and account information.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Ability to speak English. Ability to speak Spanish or willingness to learn Spanish
Job Type: Full-time
COVID-19 considerations:
We have taken extra precautions for the safety of our employees. N95 Masks/P100 masks will be provided, face shields will be provided, additional gowns would be provided. We have medical grade air purifiers in the office to keep the environment safe
Application Questions You have requested that Indeed ask candidates the following questions:
- How many years of dental assistant experience do you have?
- How many years of dental assisting experience do you have?
- What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Do you have the following license or certification: X-ray?
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 – $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
COVID-19 considerations:
Ranked as one of the 14 top dentists in the West Hartford region
https://www.expertise.com/ct/west-hartford/dentists
The office has medical-grade air purifiers
Staff provided with Face Shields, N95 & Othe mask
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Source: Indeed.com
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