EFDA

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Southwest Health & Dental Center - 1522 W Morris Street, Indianapolis, IN 46221

Pay Rate Starting at $23 / hour

Fair Labor Standards Act Classification : Non-Exempt

Certification Reimbursement

What you'll do as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) at HealthNet :

In addition to the job responsibilities of a Dental Assistant directed by the dentist or clinical manager, the Dental Assistant Expanded Function position performs placement and finishing of dental restorations such as fillings, sealants, and make temporary crowns and bridges.

• Prepare the operatory and / or operating room work area with appropriate set up for treatment as planned by the dentist.
• Escort patients to designated clinical area, completes intake assessment, and assists during clinical care as directed; including the use of Expanded Function task.
• Perform placement and finishing of dental restorations, coronal polishing and / or application of fluoride.
• Observe, document, and communicate patient conditions with providers for initial patient assessment.
• Taking x-rays and reviewing the patient's health history.
• Preform dental lab functions as assigned.
• Preform airway management and observe patient physiological status during anesthesia / sedation procedures as directed by dentist.
• Accurately complete and assist dentist in maintaining chart for patient records.

When you'll work as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) a at HealthNet :

Job responsibilities listed above is a summary and does not include other tasks requested by dentist or clinic manager.

Who is HealthNet?

HealthNet is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization of community-based health centers located in Indianapolis and Bloomington, IN Since 1968, HealthNet has improved the health status of the neighborhoods it serves by making quality health services accessible to everyone. HealthNet annually provides affordable health care to more than 61,000 individuals through its network of 9 primary care health centers 5 dental clinics, 9 school-based clinics, a mobile health unit, and additional support services. HealthNet's mission is to improve lives with compassionate health care and support services, regardless of ability to pay.

Requirements

(Please, consider applying even if you do not meet all of the listed criteria below. We would love to engage with you for other possible opportunities or explore your areas of skill a little deeper)

What you'll need as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) at HealthNet :

The skills you'll bring as an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) at HealthNet :

Physical Requirement :

Why work at HealthNet?

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY :

HealthNet is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.