Dental Assistant

POSITION TITLE: DENTAL ASSISTANT FLSA: NON-EXEMPT REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Diploma in approved dental assisting program with expanded duty functions Certification of radiation (preferred) Able to work in harmony with other dental staff Able to write routine reports and correspondence Able to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals BLS (provided by SCHC within 6 months of hire) Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Provide chair side assistance in the practice of sit-down four-handed dentistry.

Exposing and developing dental radiographs.

Cleaning and sterilization of dental instruments.

Performing supplies inventory.

Cleaning and maintenance of dental equipment and treatment areas.

Ensure safe operation of equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements.

Performing associated laboratory procedures such as the pouring and trimming of models, fabrication of custom trays, etc.

Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

Full Time