South East Alaska Regional Health Consortium
Dental Assistant Trainee
South East Alaska Regional Health Consortium, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812
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SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) Pay Range:$25.00 - $25.47
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, its a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Shift Details
4/10s
Key Essential Functions And Accountabilities Of The Job
Greets, seats and prepares patient in appropriate treatment operatory Prepares operatory in advance of appointment including instruments, radiographs, hand pieces, charts and supplies Assists at chair-side using 4-handed techniques including tissue retraction, operatory air/water syringe and high-speed evacuation, passing instruments, preparing dental materials, maintaining dry field, etc. Verbally relays post treatment instruction to patients Records examination results using proper charting protocol; completes progress notes when appropriate Responsible for basic laboratory procedures including custom acrylic trays fabrication, occlusal guard fabrication, pouring and trimming of diagnostic casts Cleans, prepares, and maintains operatories, lab, central sterilization and tray set up area Prepares and maintains trays, tubs, instrument packs, mobile carts and supplies in an organized and uniform manner Performs routine basic maintenance of dental equipment hand pieces, autoclave, automatic x-ray developer, high-speed evacuation etc. Takes impressions and bite registrations Places and removes orthodontic ligatures, bands, separators and appliances as directed by treating dentist
Other Functions
Accompanies dentist on village field trips throughout the year Participates in Community Prevention activities i.e. school screening, Headstart, Oral Health Programs, Health Fairs etc. In the absence of the receptionist, answers the telephone, directs calls, takes messages, manages appointment book, and maintains patient flow Other duties as assigned
Additional Details
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. CPR certificate preferred. BLS required within 90 days of start. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every 3 years High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year
Experience Required
None
Knowledge of
Chair Side Dental assisting Dental Radiology Infection Control
Skills In
Strong oral & written communication skills Advanced levels of hand & eye coordination skills Working level of organizational skills
Ability to
Communicate with patients and staff Follow written and verbal instructions Treat patients and staff with respect
Position Information
Work Shift:OT 10/40
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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Dental Assistant Trainee
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SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Dental Assistant Trainee
role at
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) Pay Range:$25.00 - $25.47
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, its a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Shift Details
4/10s
Key Essential Functions And Accountabilities Of The Job
Greets, seats and prepares patient in appropriate treatment operatory Prepares operatory in advance of appointment including instruments, radiographs, hand pieces, charts and supplies Assists at chair-side using 4-handed techniques including tissue retraction, operatory air/water syringe and high-speed evacuation, passing instruments, preparing dental materials, maintaining dry field, etc. Verbally relays post treatment instruction to patients Records examination results using proper charting protocol; completes progress notes when appropriate Responsible for basic laboratory procedures including custom acrylic trays fabrication, occlusal guard fabrication, pouring and trimming of diagnostic casts Cleans, prepares, and maintains operatories, lab, central sterilization and tray set up area Prepares and maintains trays, tubs, instrument packs, mobile carts and supplies in an organized and uniform manner Performs routine basic maintenance of dental equipment hand pieces, autoclave, automatic x-ray developer, high-speed evacuation etc. Takes impressions and bite registrations Places and removes orthodontic ligatures, bands, separators and appliances as directed by treating dentist
Other Functions
Accompanies dentist on village field trips throughout the year Participates in Community Prevention activities i.e. school screening, Headstart, Oral Health Programs, Health Fairs etc. In the absence of the receptionist, answers the telephone, directs calls, takes messages, manages appointment book, and maintains patient flow Other duties as assigned
Additional Details
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. CPR certificate preferred. BLS required within 90 days of start. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every 3 years High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year
Experience Required
None
Knowledge of
Chair Side Dental assisting Dental Radiology Infection Control
Skills In
Strong oral & written communication skills Advanced levels of hand & eye coordination skills Working level of organizational skills
Ability to
Communicate with patients and staff Follow written and verbal instructions Treat patients and staff with respect
Position Information
Work Shift:OT 10/40
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Seniority level
Seniority level
Internship Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) by 2x Get notified about new Dental Assistant jobs in
Juneau, AK . Dental Assistant (Trainee, I, II, or III)
FT Dentist - Pediatric $25K Sign On Bonus
Virtual Care Dentist - Licensed for ALASKA (Remote)
Fish and Game Program Technician (PCN 116096)
SHI - Educaton Project Assistant - Cultural Warriors
Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr