Dental Assistant FT

HOURS & SHIFT REQUIREMENTS: Regular full time, 40 hours weekly, M-F 8-4:30

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provide quality care and services to patients by assisting the dentist and other staff in a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties.

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL& HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT

To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure all patient records and related documents are managed and maintained timely, accurately, and consistent with all HIPAA and related regulations and requirements.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of dentistry procedures, clinic infection control procedures.
3. Cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray and materials setup and taking of x-rays.
4. Experience with the use of dental care devices and equipment.
5. Assist in scheduling follow-up appointments as patient checks-out.
6. Advise patients in oral hygiene and dental care, and follow through with post-visit duties.
7. Keep abreast of OSHA and follow guidelines.
8. Be aware of Provider/Scheduling synergy, understanding doctor’s treatment planning philosophy to better educate and create sense of urgency for the patients.
9. Disinfect treatment rooms and equipment after each patient, document each autoclave cycle on tracking sheet.
10. Confirm treatment rooms are stocked, ready, and clean at the beginning of each appointment.
11. Maintain inventory and inform appropriate employee of any supply needs, and turn pumps on and off daily.