DENTAL ASSISTANT

Missouri Ozarks Community Health is a community health center dedicated to providing quality healthcare to individuals in Ava, Gainesville, Mansfield, Mountain Grove, Cabool, Theodosia and Houston. Our team has been caring for patients since 1997 and is committed to expanding our services.

We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our dental team at our Gainesville clinic. Under the direct supervision of the Dental Clinic Coordinator, the candidate will maintain a safe and clean environment, prepare operatories for use, obtain dental and medical histories, assist the dentist and/or hygienist in the performance of a broad range of dental procedures, and assist with inventory control of associated supplies and equipment. We offer the option to elect a 4- or 5-day work week.

We are looking for a motivated, results-driven professional with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to think independently and act decisively when needed. Candidates should be willing to gain understanding of dental procedures and the ability to adhere to strict hygiene standards. A willingness to travel to other clinic locations is required.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares operatories for use, arranges instruments and materials for the appropriate dental procedure.
• Coordinates and maintains patient flow.
• Provides patient education, and applicable preventative services.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records and information.
• Assists the dentist with various dental procedures using four-handed dentistry.
• Records patient examination and treatment information in EHR.
• Assists with outreach activities as directed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting Program, preferred.
• Preference for a Certified Dental Assistant or at least 1-year experience.
• Preferred knowledge of dental terminology.
• Preferred knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Knowledge of computer operations.
• Must have the ability to deal with stressful situations and a fast-paced workload.
• Excellent people skills.
• Confidentiality of patient information.
• Ability to hear, speak, see, walk, kneel, bend, and lift fifty pounds.
• Potential employees will receive and must pass a drug/alcohol screening before employment can begin.