Summary:

The dental assistant position assists the dental provider by preparing the patient for their dental treatment. The dental assist provides a patient-centered, welcoming environment for the patient and assists the dental provider as needed during the dental visit. The dental assistant provides overall flow management of daily patient visits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares the patient for dental visit
Prepares treatment area for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
Provides instrumentation to treatment area; positioning instruments, suctioning, passing instruments, etc.
Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
Taking patients medical history and vitals when needed
Preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions
Taking impressions of patients’ teeth when needed
Assists in maintaining dental supply inventory in the department
Assists dental providers in managing dental emergencies
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and policies
Assisting with scheduling, phones and patient check-in when needed
Other duties as assigned.

Operational Excellence

Work efficiently and effectively by implementing LEAN methodologies
Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed

Relationship Management

Establish and maintain collaborative supporting relationships with all staff and providers

Qualifications:

Education: Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant program, be registered as a dental assistant with the State of Washington, Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Experience: Previous dental assistant experience preferred but not required. Proficiency in EHR systems preferred.
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, detail oriented
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills
- Possess a patient-centered focus
- Ability to be flexible and multi-task
- Uphold the mission and vision of the organization, Create and maintain a positive culture
- Present a professional appearance, attitude and demeanor
Language: English, speaking and written.

Physical Demands:

May require prolonged standing and sitting.
Medium to high level of manual dexterity required.
Bending over and reaching for equipment required.
Ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds without assistance.

Work Environment:

Fast-paced community health center setting, potential exposure to infectious diseases, interaction with diverse patient population.

Benefits:

Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage, 4% 401k Contribution, $50 a month HRA contribution to be used towards qualifying medical expenses, Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

North Olympic Healthcare Network is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, family or marital status, sex, genetic information, disability, creed, religion, citizenship, socio-economic status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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