Compass Health Network is hiring: Dental Assistant in Salisbury

Overview

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB SPECIFIC

• Outreach: Educate/Promote oral health through presentations in local schools, civic organizations, community programs and various other entities
• Outreach: Promote and implement the Preventive Services Program (PSP) in local schools
• Clinical: Review of health history
• Clinical: Dental charting
• Clinical: Take dental radiographs
• Clinical: Perform infection control and sterilization procedures
• Clinical: Educate patients about appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
• Clinical: Counsel patients about nutrition and its impact on oral health
• Clinical: Assist dentist with the following aspects of dentistry: oral surgery, restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, and preventive
• Clinical: Expanded Function Duties when registered with the state: (Restorative I, Restorative II, Fixed Prosthodontics, Removable Prosthodontics)
• Clinical: Follow CDC and OSHA regulations
• Clinical: Assist in the management of medical/dental emergencies
• Clinical: Assist with inventory management
• Clinical: Prepare treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols instructed by dentist
• Clinical: Perform patient vitals
• Clinical: Professional communication amongst team, and patients
• Clinical: Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions
• Clinical: Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Clinical: Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
• Clinical: Travel to other dental clinics, as needed
• Other duties as assigned (which may include cross-training for front desk duties)

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK

• Regular exposure to blood and/or body fluids
• Regular exposure to radiation sources
• Regular exposure to fumes and/or gases
• Regular exposure to biohazard waste materials
• Regular exposure to electrical hazards

• High School/GED preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• At least two (2) years dental assisting experience preferred
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software required
• A valid, unrestricted driver\'s license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• BLS certification or ability to obtain required

Compensation: $24.00-$26.00/hr dep on Ed/Exp/Expanded Function

Schedule: This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. The schedule is Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 5:30pm.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development and licensure supervision
• Mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access for mental well-being
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• NHSC Loan Repayment eligibility

Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.