Job Information
Community Council of Idaho Dental Assistant (Community Family Clinic) Idaho Falls in Idaho Falls, Idaho
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2286249
Dental Assistant
Regular Full Time Status: Non-Exempt / Hourly Reports to: Dentist
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Paid Holidays
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)
- Knowledge of customer service and ability to provide general clerical services, i.e.: greet the public, answer phones, purchase supplies, receive and stock inventory.
- Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Maintain current knowledge of dental materials, dental procedures, and sterilization/disinfecting procedures.
- Maintain dental equipment, i.e.: hand pieces, operatories and evacuation units, radiographic equipment, and sterilization units.
- Prepare patients (vitals, x-rays, and paperwork), sterilize, and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist dentist during dental procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and perform break down of the exam room.
- Responsible for follow up on patient visits, including updating and reviewing patient information, proper encounter codes, proficient chart entries, and understanding of dental treatment planning.
- Potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids, or tissue. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required.
- Some exposure to hazards or physical risks (i.e., Blood, Sharps, Needles), which requires following basic safety precautions.
- Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require knowledge and understanding of OSHA protocols.
- Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records
- Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with CC Idaho, Joint Commission, OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
Qualifications
Required
- Graduation from an accredited school in dental assisting
- Ability to read, speak, and write in both English/Spanish in a business setting.
- Basic computer skills
Preferred
- One year experience as a dental assistant
Required Physical Demands
- Is required to stand for long periods of time; must frequently walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms; grasping/holding.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Work Environment
Work in an office setting; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles.
BENEFITS:
CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement.\"
For detail Benefit plan please visit: https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/apply-today/
Health Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Financial Well-Being
- Basic Life Insurance with Accidental death & dismemberment
- Supplemental Voluntary Life
- Long- and Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
- 401K
- Voluntary Benefit Options
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness
- Legal Ease
- Norton Life Lock
Work/Life Balance (Regular Full Time)
Generous Paid Time Off Policy (PTO)
- First year of service 20 days
- After five years of service 25 days
- After ten years of service 30 days
- After twenty years of service 35 days
- After thirty years of service 40 days
Twelve Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
10 free sessions per each topic/situation
As ists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being
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