Optimus Health Care
Dental Assistant- Stamford, CT
Optimus Health Care, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Overview
Optimus Health Care is the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County, with multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford. We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team as a full-time Dental Assistant at our Stamford location. One late evening per week is required.
We welcome recent graduates of Dental Assistant programs who have not yet completed their CT Radiography or Infection Control certification. We provide hands-on training and support to help you obtain the required credentials within 6–9 months of hire. This is a great opportunity for entry-level candidates looking to grow with us!
Responsibilities
Provide four handed chair side assistance to Dentists when performing dental procedures such as operative, preventive, endodontic, prosthetic, and/or surgical procedures.
Provide chair side assistance including but not limited to draping patients, preparing the operatory for treatment, preparing and mixing medicaments and impression materials, intra oral suctioning, retracting oral tissues, handing and removing instruments.
Help management of patient flow by:
Escort patient to/from the reception area/waiting room.
Seat each patient and see to their comfort.
Have all the equipment prepared and ready for use.
Have the room fully prepared for the patient’s treatment.
Advise Front Desk Coordinator about special instructions for the patient.
Prepare, sterilize, and organize instruments and ensure that all dental instruments are cleaned, dated, and processed, according to Department guidelines and standards.
Monitor and maintain dental equipment, such as compressors, evacuator systems, radiographic developing equipment, sterilizers, light curing units, in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines.
Develop and process dental radiographs in accordance with provider orders; assist in the monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols.
Prepare and send laboratory cases to the assigned dental laboratory.
Pour impressions to make stone and plaster models, and trims before sending to the laboratory.
Collect, record and update patient health histories and vital signs. Assist the Dentist in recording treatment dates in the Dentrix system.
Provide patient management during dental procedures and give post-operative care and instructions.
Employ dental procedure isolation techniques.
Assist in the prevention and management of medical emergencies in the department.
Practice infection control and comply with OSHA, CDC, ADA, and JCAHO standards.
Adapt to cross-training requirements, specifically front desk duties.
Professional attitude, vision, understanding of customer service principles, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills to successfully accomplish tasks and meet high standards of ethical and social responsibility required by this position.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent plus completed/graduated from an Accredited Dental Assistant Program.
Experience At least 2 years of prior clinical experience. We welcome recent graduates of Dental Assistant programs who have not yet completed their CT Radiography or Infection Control certification. We’re happy to provide hands-on training and support as you prepare to obtain required credentials within 6–9 months of hire. This is a great opportunity for entry-level candidates looking to grow with us.
Language Skills Spanish speaking preferred.
Reasoning Ability Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Licensure / Certification Dental Assistant Certificate, Radiology Health and Safety Certificate (required within 6–9 months of hire), Infection Control Certificate (required within 6–9 months of hire). CPR certification required upon hire and recertification bi-annually.
Working For Optimus
OHC provides a fun, fast-paced working environment, where our commitment to quality is present in every job function.
100% Outpatient Setting
Excellent health & welfare benefit options
Competitive compensation
Optimus and its caring, multilingual staff proudly serve our community in a patient-centered environment.
Optimus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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We welcome recent graduates of Dental Assistant programs who have not yet completed their CT Radiography or Infection Control certification. We provide hands-on training and support to help you obtain the required credentials within 6–9 months of hire. This is a great opportunity for entry-level candidates looking to grow with us!
Responsibilities
Provide four handed chair side assistance to Dentists when performing dental procedures such as operative, preventive, endodontic, prosthetic, and/or surgical procedures.
Provide chair side assistance including but not limited to draping patients, preparing the operatory for treatment, preparing and mixing medicaments and impression materials, intra oral suctioning, retracting oral tissues, handing and removing instruments.
Help management of patient flow by:
Escort patient to/from the reception area/waiting room.
Seat each patient and see to their comfort.
Have all the equipment prepared and ready for use.
Have the room fully prepared for the patient’s treatment.
Advise Front Desk Coordinator about special instructions for the patient.
Prepare, sterilize, and organize instruments and ensure that all dental instruments are cleaned, dated, and processed, according to Department guidelines and standards.
Monitor and maintain dental equipment, such as compressors, evacuator systems, radiographic developing equipment, sterilizers, light curing units, in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines.
Develop and process dental radiographs in accordance with provider orders; assist in the monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols.
Prepare and send laboratory cases to the assigned dental laboratory.
Pour impressions to make stone and plaster models, and trims before sending to the laboratory.
Collect, record and update patient health histories and vital signs. Assist the Dentist in recording treatment dates in the Dentrix system.
Provide patient management during dental procedures and give post-operative care and instructions.
Employ dental procedure isolation techniques.
Assist in the prevention and management of medical emergencies in the department.
Practice infection control and comply with OSHA, CDC, ADA, and JCAHO standards.
Adapt to cross-training requirements, specifically front desk duties.
Professional attitude, vision, understanding of customer service principles, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills to successfully accomplish tasks and meet high standards of ethical and social responsibility required by this position.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent plus completed/graduated from an Accredited Dental Assistant Program.
Experience At least 2 years of prior clinical experience. We welcome recent graduates of Dental Assistant programs who have not yet completed their CT Radiography or Infection Control certification. We’re happy to provide hands-on training and support as you prepare to obtain required credentials within 6–9 months of hire. This is a great opportunity for entry-level candidates looking to grow with us.
Language Skills Spanish speaking preferred.
Reasoning Ability Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Licensure / Certification Dental Assistant Certificate, Radiology Health and Safety Certificate (required within 6–9 months of hire), Infection Control Certificate (required within 6–9 months of hire). CPR certification required upon hire and recertification bi-annually.
Working For Optimus
OHC provides a fun, fast-paced working environment, where our commitment to quality is present in every job function.
100% Outpatient Setting
Excellent health & welfare benefit options
Competitive compensation
Optimus and its caring, multilingual staff proudly serve our community in a patient-centered environment.
Optimus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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