Dental Assistant
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Job Description
Scope-Purpose
A dental assistant in the state of Missouri may perform basic supportive dental procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist.
Education/Experience
Dental Assistant Certificate from an accredited school or 2 years dental assisting experience is required.
Nitrous Oxide certificate preferred.
Expanded Functions certificates preferred.
Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
- Receive and prepare patients and operatories for dental treatment.
- Take digital x-rays.
- Using four-handed dentistry, assist with dental procedures, complete charting electronically, provide patient preventive education and oral hygiene instruction.
- Follow current infection control protocols for disinfection and sterilization of rooms, instruments and equipment.
- Recognize basic medical and dental emergencies.
- Display good customer service, communication and office teamwork.
Work hours: part-time hourly position, approximately 10 - 20 hours per week Clinic Hours are 8:00am to 6:00pm Monday through Friday, however the current need is for Fridays (and occasionally fill-in on other weekdays). Hours subject to adjust based on needs of the community. This position may be scheduled to work any of the days the clinic is open (Monday through Friday)
Benefits:
PTO
Retirement- 403(b) retirement option with employer matching
Fitness Benefit- Fordland Clinic encourages health and wellbeing and will contribute up to $50 per year for a fitness facility membership, or other approved fitness expenses.
"Thank You" recognition program through Motivosity, redeemable for gifts and gift cards.