Dental Assistant

Creating a better way. It's more than just the philosophy we were founded on. It's our purpose. For our employees, it means more time with patients. Unrushed visits to build meaningful relationships. And most importantly, an opportunity to empower our patients to achieve their full potential - at work and in life. Determined to make a difference? Join our health care revolution and be a part of something better.

The Dental Assistant is part of the team dedicated to providing comprehensive, accessible care and innovative practices focusing on wellness and prevention. This position performs all chairside procedures, sterilization, taking radiographs, lab procedures, entering treatment and notes into the dental EMR. The Dental Assistant will be highly motivated, provide excellent patient care and be quality conscious.

4 day week (Mon-Thurs) - guaranteed 3 day weekends!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs all chairside dental procedures efficiently

Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulation and law and department directive and protocol

Sterilization and preparation of dental operatories and instruments

Properly take diagnostic quality radiographs

Performs all necessary lab procedures

Responsible for stocking treatment areas

Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Demonstrates knowledge of dental instruments, treatment equipment and maintenance procedures

Efficiently directs patient flow through teamwork and communication

Maintains compliance with OSHA and department policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control, and safety issues

Receptionist duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED certificate

Completion of accredited course in dental assisting preferred

Experience

At least two (2) years' experience as a chairside Dental Assistant preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire

Certified Dental Assistant preferred

Registered Dental Assistant preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Bilingual preferred

Deliver quality care to children and adults

Multi-task and prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written)

Patient/staff rapport - make positive contribution to office/organization

Knowledge of modern dental materials, their storage handling and applications preferred

Dentrix software knowledge preferred

Dexis imaging knowledge preferred

Oral surgery experience preferred

Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Manual Dexterity: Work requires accuracy and moderate speed

Physical Effort: Work requires considerable variety of fairly steady active physical exertion with some and/or continuous standing or walking

Working Conditions: May include exposure to conditions requiring the use of personal protective equipment

Hazards: Exposure to hazards that may result in short-term work-related absences. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and hazardous materials

Travel: Travels when necessary to meet operational needs

Harry Quadracci was determined to do things differently, and to do them better. In 1991, the visionary print manufacturing CEO founded QuadMed out of the belief that there had to be a better way to provide his employees with access to affordable, high-quality health care. And what started as doing the right thing, ended up sparking a health care revolution. Now 30 years later, we partner with employers across the nation to provide value-driven health and wellness services in or near the workplace. With a focus on breaking down cost, access and quality barriers, we empower employees and their families to live healthier, happier lives.

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

QuadMed and Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. QuadMed and Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. QuadMed and Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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