Dental Assistant - McAlester Dental Job at Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma in McAlest
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, McAlester, OK, United States, 74502
**This is a regular, full-time position at the Choctaw Nation Dental Clinic in McAlester | Schedule is M-F 8-4:30****Weekly earned wage access is an option for this position****Job Summary:** Increases the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health procedures and surgeries. You will report to the Dental Supervisor.**Primary Tasks:**+ You will assist the operating dentist, essentially being an extra pair of hands.+ Charts dental treatment as advised by the dentist.+ Set up the dental instruments and accessories needed for each individual dental procedure/surgeries.+ You will communicate and record patient concerns.+ Take clear and readable diagnostic dental radiographs.+ You will practice infection control standards as set forth by company policy and procedures.+ Maintain dental equipment by performing basic maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer+ Assist the ward clerk with office responsibilities when needed.+ Perform other tasks as may be assigned.**Required Education** **and experience:**+ High school diploma or GED+ Must obtain Dental Permit from the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry w/30 days of hire+ Must obtain radiology certification in one year+ Basic knowledge of dental charting systems, dental terminology, and oral health educationAbout the Choctaw NationThe Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.**Benefits**+ Free gym membership+ Free access to employee health clinic+ Free lunch for casino & resort associates+ Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates+ Pet insurance+ Paid vacation / sick time+ Medical / Dental / Vision+ 401(K) with company match+ College tuition reimbursement+ Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave+ Employee assistance program+ Employee prescription program+ CNO Paid Life Insurance+ Teladoc+ On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)+ On Site Mammogram Services+ Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)+ Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program+ Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)+ Maternity Care Program+ **(Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)**CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:+ Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS+ Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.+ Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates.\#LI-onsiteJob Identification: 13120Job Category: Health Care ServicesPosting Date: 10/30/2024, 1:44 PMJob Schedule: Full timeJob Shift: Day ShiftOn-Site/Remote: On-Site