UNIV-Dental Assistant IV – CDM – Nexton and West Ashley Medical Pavilion (Floater)

Job Description

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the manager of off-site locations and the general supervision of the clinic manager and director, this position provides highly skilled clinical assistance and support to the hygienist, faculty, resident and student providers in all aspects of patient care within the Nexton and WAMP clinics.

This position will serve as back-up, support and fill-in for the dental assistants at these locations. In addition, this position provides front office support as needed for the day-to-day operations of the dental clinic.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Classified

Cost Center

CC001135 CDM Dental Teaching Clinic

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-05

Pay Range

38,985.00 - 55,559.50 - 72,134.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Work Shift

Job Description

35% Perform chairside assisting with four handed dentistry techniques for hygienist, student, resident and faculty providers as they treat patients in the Nexton clinic.

These procedures may range from general dentistry to advanced specialty care. Document and chart items in EHR as directed by clinic manager and dental providers.

Per HIPPA, maintain patient confidentiality by protecting patient information. Essential

30% Responsible for setting up operatory for dental and surgical procedures. Must maintain high level of knowledge of all clinical procedures and instrumentation to ensure rooms are set up accurately.

Break down and clean operatory after procedures are complete. Maintain and sterilize all dental instruments and equipment.

Follow all infection control policies and protocols set forth by MUSC, CDM and the clinic manager. Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with OSHA’s procedures, rules and regulations. Essential

15% Assist with all front office duties as directed by the clinic manager to facilitate patient care including but not limited to answering phones, creating charts in the EHR, schedule patients, creating treatment plans, confirming appointments insurance management. Essential

10% Capture radiographic images such as CBCT, panoramic, bitewings, PA's or intra-oral camera images per dentist's request.

Properly places images in the EHR. Educate patients regarding the diagnostic necessity of radiographic images. Essential

5% Maintains dental supplies and inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies and verifying receipt of supplies.

Ensures instruments and supplies are maintained and stocked in dental operatories and other areas of the clinic. Essential

5% Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related duties as need as well as any other duties as directed by the clinic manager. Essential

Additional

Job Description

Minimum Requirements : A high school diploma and two years experience or training within the specific work area. Some positions require certification in CPR by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.

4426 Dental Hygienist II) An associate degree in dental hygiene and licensure by the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry.

Certification in Radiation Safety required for positions responsible for dental x-rays. (Special Hire Rate - $37,468) Physical Requirements : (Note : The following descriptions are applicable to this section : Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift;

Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting.

Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors.

Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined / cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.

Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions.

Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands / arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands / wrists / elbows and shoulders.

Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity.

Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.

Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50# , unassisted. Ability to lift / carry patients to 350# (+ / -), assisted. Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 36 inches, to 50#, unassisted.

Ability to lower objects, to 50#, from height of 36 inches, unassisted. Ability to push / pull objects to 350#(+ / -), unassisted.

Ability to maintain 20 / 40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.

Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance / relationship between objects;

depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.

Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.

Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements : Computer literacy.

Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations.

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