Dental Assistant - Asheville - Part-Time
Location: Asheville | Job Type: Part-Time
Job Description:
Assist a dentist and hygienist in all aspects of dentistry including but not limited to: four-handed dental assisting, obtaining radiographs, coronal polishing, dental charting, sterilization, tray set up, impressions and lab work
Must have compassion for serving geriatric patients as well as those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Skill and empathy to evaluate the emotional, intellectual and physical capabilities of our patient and adjusting treatment options and techniques to best serve the patient.
Maintain and document accurate chart information
Maintain the supply inventory on the mobile units
Maintain and follow appropriate infection control procedures
Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments
Provide post-operative instructions to caregivers and family members
Be a team player. You could be working with different dentists and hygienists.
Will be expected to drive the truck to and from the facilities (training provided)
Assist dentist in the operating room. You will need to be able to receive and maintain credentials within the hospital
Prepare patients for dental procedures including but not limited to taking vital signs
Follow all OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
Our mobile dental office is completely mission driven. We have an incredibly compassionate, supportive team with mentorship. We provide comprehensive, compassionate dental care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, older adults in assisted living and nursing facilities, and many other underserved populations. It is incredibly rewarding to be a part of our team.
Req ID: ADC-28776
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