Advantage Health Centers
Dental Assistant - Contingent
Advantage Health Centers, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
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Position Summary
Position works directly with and under the supervision of the Dentist in providing general dental services. To assist the Dentist in providing Clinical dental services and outreach community services in metropolitan Detroit.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
To assist the Dentist in providing dental services to all patients by:
Knowledge of dental terminology, dental materials and instruments; efficient in room set-up for restorative, oral surgery, pedo, crown, and endo a plus Preparing patients for dental health services and instructing them in appropriate post dental treatment, diet and oral hygiene. Promptly following all instructions from the dentist dealing with patient comfort. Taking inventory, stocking all supplies, instruments and medications and the ordering of said items. Knowledge and proficiency of digital x-rays. Performing required laboratory procedures, i.e., taking dental impressions, pouring plaster models, etc. Proficiency with using fourhanded assisting technique. Maintaining dental equipment and operatories in good, clean condition at all times. Maintain the instruments and working areas in strict accordance with sterilization/disinfect ion protocols per OSHA guidelines. Cross-training in other dental support positions as necessary, i.e., reception, oral surgery, etc. Other duties as assigned by the Dental Director as it pertains to the Dental Department. Maintain personnel protection per OSHA guidelines as it pertains to personnel safety, i.e., protective clothing, eyewear, gloves. To participate in in-service training, department and general staff meetings and clinics. To have a genuine desire to improve your current skills and to actively pursue continuing educational opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid State of Michigan Registered Dental Assistant license (preferred) Possession of high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a dental assist training academic program, or Minimum 2 years chair side dental assistance experience (references required) Evidence of current CPR certification (may be provided by Advantage Health Center before end of introductory period employee status). Possession of current valid Michigan identification or drivers license. Punctuality, accuracy, efficiency and professionalism. OSHA course Emergency medicine course
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Dental Assistant - Contingent
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Advantage Health Centers 2 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Dental Assistant - Contingent
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Advantage Health Centers Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Pay range - $19 to $22 per hour, based on experience
Position Summary
Position works directly with and under the supervision of the Dentist in providing general dental services. To assist the Dentist in providing Clinical dental services and outreach community services in metropolitan Detroit.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
To assist the Dentist in providing dental services to all patients by:
Knowledge of dental terminology, dental materials and instruments; efficient in room set-up for restorative, oral surgery, pedo, crown, and endo a plus Preparing patients for dental health services and instructing them in appropriate post dental treatment, diet and oral hygiene. Promptly following all instructions from the dentist dealing with patient comfort. Taking inventory, stocking all supplies, instruments and medications and the ordering of said items. Knowledge and proficiency of digital x-rays. Performing required laboratory procedures, i.e., taking dental impressions, pouring plaster models, etc. Proficiency with using fourhanded assisting technique. Maintaining dental equipment and operatories in good, clean condition at all times. Maintain the instruments and working areas in strict accordance with sterilization/disinfect ion protocols per OSHA guidelines. Cross-training in other dental support positions as necessary, i.e., reception, oral surgery, etc. Other duties as assigned by the Dental Director as it pertains to the Dental Department. Maintain personnel protection per OSHA guidelines as it pertains to personnel safety, i.e., protective clothing, eyewear, gloves. To participate in in-service training, department and general staff meetings and clinics. To have a genuine desire to improve your current skills and to actively pursue continuing educational opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid State of Michigan Registered Dental Assistant license (preferred) Possession of high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a dental assist training academic program, or Minimum 2 years chair side dental assistance experience (references required) Evidence of current CPR certification (may be provided by Advantage Health Center before end of introductory period employee status). Possession of current valid Michigan identification or drivers license. Punctuality, accuracy, efficiency and professionalism. OSHA course Emergency medicine course
Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Medical Practices Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Advantage Health Centers by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Dental Assistant” roles.
Floating Dental Assistant- Per Required Need
Oral Surgery Assistant- Outpatient Clinic- Full Time
St Clair Shores, MI $16.00-$18.00 1 month ago Detroit, MI $28,000.00-$34,000.00 3 weeks ago West Bloomfield Township, MI 2 months ago Medical Assistant 1 - Full Time in Detroit, MI
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