Dental Assistant Job at Public Health Management Corporation in Philadelphia
Public Health Management Corporation, Philadelphia, PA, United States
PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees are fully vaccinated with the Covid-19 vaccine before the first day of employment. We will offer the Vaccine at no cost at one of our Health Centers.
Summary Job Description:
Under the supervision of a Dentist, the Dental Assistant supports the dentist in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants.
Responsibilities:
* Prepares and maintains dental instruments, supplies and equipment
* Prepares the operatory for the patient visit
* Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed
* Collects and records patient health histories
* Drapes patient with protective linens; sets up instrument tray with required supplies
* Prepares dental materials, cements, amalgams, composites, impression materials, etc.
* Takes radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following radiation safety precautions
* Assists with dental charting
* Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies
* Manages the patient during dental procedures
* Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry
* Place and contour amalgam and other restorative materials
* perform coronal polishing
* perform fluoride treatments, including fluoride varnish
* Takes impressions for study casts, athletic mouth guards, and custom tray
* Performs laboratory procedures, including the pouring and trimming of models; polishing dental prosthetics, and making vac-u-press forms
* At the conclusion of the procedure, follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operatory for the next patient
* Help manage the dental office's infection control plan to meet all regulatory requirements
* Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility
* Performs, monitors, and records all sterilization activities
* Maintains proper aseptic techniques necessary with dental equipment; maintains and properly sterilizes instruments
* Routinely cleans, disinfects, and restocks operatories
* Helps manage patient flow
* Maintains the inventory of supplies and reorders as necessary
* Track and verify invoices
* Performs duties within the dental program as assigned
Skills:
* Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines
* Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet regulatory requirements
* Maintains and expands current level of dental assistant skill and knowledge by periodically attending continuing education programs
Experience:
* Minimum of 2 years as a dental assistant. Experience in a community health environment serving uninsured or underinsured patients is preferred
Education:
* High school diploma or GED
* CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
* National DANB Radiation and Safety exam Certificate of Completion
* Certification in Dental Assisting
Work Environment:
* Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises
* Moderate physical activity. Requires handling average-weight objects up to 15-20 pounds, assisting with patients and standing and/or walking for most the day
* Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require OSHA training
* Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment
Salary:
* Commensurate with education and experience
* Grade 14
PHMC is and EOE and an E-Verify Employer