Job Summary
- The Dental Assistant is responsible for facilitating patient triage while using their expertise to perform dental assisting duties and support to dental providers. Candidate must have completed a Dental Assisting Program from an accredited institution and have a current certification from an accredited Radiography Program. The assistant will uphold the Mission of Frederick Health and comply with the Code of Ethics.
Example of Essential Functions
Must have positive and effective interpersonal communication skills; while handling communications with both patients and employees.Ability to work professionally with a diverse population in the public health sector.Ability to communicate information and ideas in a relatable way to all socioeconomic groups.Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.Providing excellent patient care at all times.Proficiency in the use of software programs such as : Dentrix / Dexis Software or any Dental Software, Expanse, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.Accurately documents patient procedures in the treatment plan, odontogram, and clinical note to facilitate timely completion.Cleans and prepares all exam rooms after each use. Stocks adequate supplies.Follows Frederick Health Infection Control and Environmental Care policies at all times.Assists in ordering dental supplies as needed.Understands proper flow of sterilization and executes instrument sanitization.Ensures proper equipment is connected daily before start of shift, and at the end of the day.Responds to patient inquiries regarding treatment within scope of dental knowledge and training.Answers any patient concerns or post-operative questions following dental procedures. Properly documents dialogue in the EDR.Orients and helps train / support newly hired dental assistants to practice.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to understand dental and medical terminology.Ability to take diagnostic intra oral radiographs, panoramic images and intra oral photographs.Current with infection control policies in the dental office, related to proper hand hygiene, use of proper protective equipment, understands standard precaution guidelines, knows how to prepare a sterile clinical operatory, sterilize instruments via cold sterilization and steam autoclave.Knows 4 handed dentistry for chairside procedures related to operative dentistry and oral surgery to assist dental students and dentists.Provide patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.Understands patient flow and prioritization of a dental schedule to allow for timely appointments, optimizes communication from clinical to administrative team.Obtains Patient Historyo Interviews patients to obtain medical information and records history in EDR.
o Obtains and records vital signs in the medical record, understands baseline readings.
o Screens patient to determine if there has been a change in medical history, medication, or other known dental issues.
Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required
Minimum of two years of chair side dental assisting.Current CPR certification is required.Previous dental experience not limited to clinical care but also administrative functions.Bi-lingual Spanish speaking preferredCaring for you as you care for the CommUNITY :
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and / or Overtime paid, if applicable.
Hourly Range : $16.81-$24.24
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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