Zufall Health is hiring: Dental Assistant in West Orange

Overview

Dental Assistant role at Zufall Health. Reports to the site manager and Assistant Site Manager (if applicable) with clinical oversight from SVP of Dental Services, SVP of Nursing, and Chief Medical Officer. Responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services, as well as sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of all instruments and supplies.

Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities

• Serves as dentist’s or dental hygienist’s chair-side assistant
• Prepares operatory for patient treatment per ZHC protocols and the dentist’s or dental hygienist’s directions
• Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering questions, and giving directions as authorized by the dentist or dental hygienist
• Exposes and develops dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations and ZHC directives
• Performs independent procedures as delegated by the dentist in accordance with state law and ZHC directives
• Maintains dental department equipment per manufacturer instructions and policy
• Maintains all dental department areas in compliance with infection control, blood borne pathogens, exposure control, and safety policies
• Maintains materials, equipment, and ensures sterility of clinical materials and equipment per product standards and ZHC policies
• Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of shortages for inventory control and ordering
• Monitors patient flow, maintains patient records, and assists the SVP of Dental Services, dentist(s), and dental hygienist(s) as needed
• Receives and places work-related calls consistent with professional matters and clinic needs
• Performs other clinical and administrative functions as appropriate
• Ensures proper disposal of contaminated materials per policies and regulations
• Complies with exposure control plans, PPE, and universal precautions
• Participates in health promotion and disease prevention activities as required
• Travels between sites as needed
• Performs other related tasks to achieve organizational goals
• Maintains personal compliance with all applicable laws and ZHC rules
• Follows regulations and HIPAA in clinical care, safety, public health, and confidentiality
• Assists in routine testing of dental units
• Provides coverage for auxiliary staff as needed
• Demonstrates and teaches staff and students the use of equipment and proper dental protocol
• Works in patient intake areas as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques for all phases of general dentistry
• Knowledge of modern dental materials, storage, handling, and applications
• Completion of accredited dental assisting program preferred
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals from diverse disciplines
• Effective English communication; Spanish language skills preferred
• Empathetic and professional patient interaction
• Ability to work with diverse populations; ability to work under stress and irregular hours may be required
• Exposure to clinical environment risks; ability to handle such conditions
• Physical ability to perform typical dental assisting duties
• Proficiency with telephones, computers, and office equipment
• Commitment to trauma-informed care principles

Education, Training and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Certified Dental Assistant preferred
• Registered Dental Assistant preferred
• Current CPR (BLS) required
• Valid Radiology license in NJ
• Fluent in English and Spanish required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, typing, and electronic medical records required

Salary: $21.00-$27.82 per hour

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care