Dental Assistant Job at Access Dubuque in Dubuque

Dental Assistant

**Crescent Community Health Center**

1 Positions

ID: 1321586

Posted On 10/04/2024

**Job Overview**

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

+ Perform all job functions according to CCHC mission and values.

+ Assist the dentist and dental hygienist in chair-side procedures routinely done in general dental practice.

+ Maintain flow of dental schedule in a timely manner.

+ Maintain positive patient/staff relations including but not limited to greeting respectfully and professionally; maintain a calming atmosphere for patients/staff to minimize anxieties; and maintain patient

+ privacy through professional communication.

+ Perform clinical supportive functions including but not limited to: preparing patient for dental procedures; taking and recording blood pressure; documenting medical and dental history; exposing, developing

+ and mounting x-rays; performing lab procedures; collecting and labeling specimens; cleaning and setting up dental units; following all standards of infection control.

+ Prepare and set up instruments, materials and equipment necessary for each procedure and break down supplies after case completed.

+ Provide postoperative instruction as directed by the dentist or dental hygienist.

+ Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments; clean and maintain equipment; clean and maintain operatory and work areas.

+ Order supplies and materials, maintain and document inventory of supplies and materials.

+ Back-up assessment for emergency patients if the rover is detained.

+ Schedule patients when needed; provide reception; perform clerical/computer duties as needed, including correspondence with patients; assist with completion of billing, insurance forms, and patient records;

+ unpack supplies, complete Release of Information when needed, etc.

+ Successfully complete initial and biennial competency testing

+ Abide by all CCHC, federal and state requirements

+ Use all available resources in an appropriate and cost efficient manner.

+ Document in clinical and other records regarding services provided, supplies and materials used.

**Experience:** One year experience required

**Education:** High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of accredited dental assisting program and current Iowa registration or certification and CPR, Basic Life Support accreditation.

**Requirements:** Must be a registered dental assistant.

Base wage is $15.70, however selected candidate will be paid based on years of experience. Complete benefit package.

Pre employment drug testing and background check required.

EOE

Job Type: Full time

Primary Contact

1687968942012

Carol Caldwell

Director of Human Capital & Culture,

563-690-2416

Phone

Phone

Phone

Fax

ccaldwell@crescentchc.org

Email

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**Job Details**

Categories

Health Care

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Company ID

947

Job REQ #

1321586

# Positions

1

Start Date

20241004

End Date

20241129

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Crescent Community Health Center

**About the Company**

Crescent Community Health Center is a local medical and dental clinic providing basic (primary) medical and oral health care. Our doctors, dentists, nurse practitioners, dental hygienists and other staff offer high-quality and affordable care to anyone needing a medical and/or dental home. Our philosophy is to make the patient the center of care and a partner in treatment. The cost of our services for uninsured patients are figured on a sliding fee scale and discounted based upon the household income and size. We serve individuals and families who are uninsured, underinsured and those with various types of insurance. Patients from any area are welcomed to our practice.