Community Health Centers
Dental Assistant Job at Community Health Centers in Burlington
Community Health Centers, Burlington, VT, US, 05405
Dental Assistant
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The Community Health Centers is known throughout Vermont for providing compassionate, affordable, quality health care to all who need it regardless of financial status or life circumstance.
This full‑time (32–40 hrs) position primarily supports our Champlain Islands Dental Clinic – 52 Community Lane, South Hero, VT.
Essential Duties
Daily tasks include assisting dentists in all dental procedures: fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns and bridges, dentures and implants.
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited dental radiology course.
Completion of an ADA accredited dental assisting course or five years of experience with on‑the‑job training.
Current VT State Dental Assistant license with radiology privileges.
Dental Assistant State license and x‑ray endorsement required.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Comprehensive knowledge of dental assisting techniques.
Knowledge of dental OSHA safety regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge/experience using dental charting, scheduling and reporting software.
Knowledge of MS Office applications, including MS Excel.
Knowledge of dental materials, their composition and uses.
Willingness to travel to other locations as needed.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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