Dental Assistant- Community Kids Dental Job at Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region
Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region Rutland, VT 05701
Community Health is a primary care network that provides nationally-recognized programs, a focus on wellness, dental, behavioral health and pediatric specialties, walk-in Express Care, a culture of community and quality health care that almost everyone, insured or uninsured, has come to depend on. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer a team-oriented, collaborative work environment for close to 400 employees at eight different locations in Rutland and southern Addison counties.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Under the direction of the dentist, the Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist in performing clinical treatments of patients. The assistant prepares the work area in advance of patient procedures, performs various office tasks, and helps patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.
FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
- Takes accurate dental radiographs as indicated by dentist.
- Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Mixes dental materials.
- Takes accurate dental impressions following proper sterilization protocols.
- Intakes and updates patient’s medical and dental history.
- Disinfects treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations.
- Sterilizes all instruments and hand pieces according to OSHA regulations.
SKILLS REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Expanded Function Dental Assistant (DANB).
- Must be registered with the Vermont Board of Dental Examiners within 30 days of being hired.
- Three years of experience as a dental assistant is preferred.
HOW WE SUPPORT YOU:
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Health savings account option.
- 403 (b) retirement savings plan.
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