Dental Assistant Job at Compass Health Network in Saint Charles

Overview

Compass Health Network is hiring a Dental Assistant. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position. Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:45am - 6:15pm.

Base pay range: $24.00/hr - $26.00/hr. Compensation: $24.00-$26.00/hr dependent on education/experience/expanded function.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties that assist the dentist, hygienists and other assistants in the care and treatment of patients.
• Prepare treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials while performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.
• Perform duties in reception, chair-side assisting, sterilization, inventory and records.

Essential Functions - Job Specific

• Outreach
• Educate/Promote oral health through presentations in local schools, civic organizations, community programs and various other entities
• Promote and implement the Preventive Services Program (PSP) in local schools

Clinical

• Review health history
• Dental charting
• Take dental radiographs
• Perform infection control and sterilization procedures
• Educate patients about appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
• Counsel patients about nutrition and its impact on oral health
• Assist dentist with oral surgery, restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, and preventive procedures
• Expanded Function Duties when registered with the state: Restorative I, Restorative II, Fixed Prosthodontics, Removable Prosthodontics
• Follow CDC and OSHA regulations
• Assist in management of medical/dental emergencies
• Assist with inventory management
• Prepare treatment room for patient by following procedures and protocols instructed by dentist
• Perform patient vitals
• Professional communication amongst team and patients
• Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance
• Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
• 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

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

About Compass Health Network

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. We operate as both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC).

Equal Opportunity

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