Location: Manchester, Connecticut
Type: Contract To Hire
Job #28814
Salary: $20.00

Dental Assistant
Manchester, CT

$18.50-22/hr DOE
Start ASAP
Temporary to hire
Monday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Tuesday/Wed/Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and Friday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

Job Purpose
Supports dentist in primary dental care, prepares equipment/ operatory for dental procedures, contributes to supportive atmosphere for dental patients. Uses chairside, four handed dentistry techniques and confirms appointment and assists the dentist with follow-up care and care coordination. Takes guidance from Lead Dental Assistant. Cross train at reception area to assist as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical:

Prepares office and treatment areas each day in accordance with policy. Performs pre and post treatment setup/cleanup procedures for each patient according to the Center’s protocols.
Prepares patients for dental procedures. Assists dentist at chairside, using 4-handed techniques.
Performs independent patient services, as directed, including patient triage, digital radiographs, and impressions.
Maintains adequate inventory of dental supplies and stocks operatory daily
Strictly follows all safety and infection control standards at all times.
Takes quality digital radiographs, as prescribed. Observe radiation safety standards for staff and patients.

Maintains and monitors laboratory procedures and cases.
Confirms appointments for the dentist ahead of time. Assists the dentist with following up on patients and help with care coordination.
Addresses telephone encounters and referrals daily.
Performs Autoclave Sterilization Procedures every day following our policy based on infection control standards at all times:
Central processing area or “sterilization room”
Instrument processing and sterilizing
Hand piece sterilization procedure:
Sterilization Room Cleaning and Maintenance

Complies with all infection control policies and procedures outlined by the organization in accordance with professional, state, and federal guidelines.

Accepts guidance from the Dental Lead and reports to Dental Director as needed.

Administrative:

Demonstrates respect and dignity for patients and staff at all times. Works as an effective team member to promote efficient patient care for maximum productivity.
Performs registration function in accordance with Center policy.
Updates sliding fee scale annually for each patient.
Computer Smart forms and PREPARE.
Updates insurance and assists with copays, collections, and prior authorizations.
Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications
Education:

Graduate of Accredited Dental Assisting School
Certified in Dental Radiology by DANB
ICE Certified

Skills:

Commitment to preventative care
Knowledge/interest in providing care to diverse patient population
Listening skills/follows direction
Reliable Transportation to travel from site to site
Knowledgeable about instruments, materials and techniques used for all procedures.

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