SPECTRUM HEALTH SERVICES, INC., seeks dynamic Dental Assistant(s) to join our team for a full time, non-exempt position responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the center. The Dental Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Essential Functions:

• Prepares operatory for patient treatment as per Dental Department protocols and the dentist’s or dental hygienist’s direction
• Monitors and documents Prosthetic laboratory cases plus corresponding invoices
• Maintains the dental lab area including patient models and equipment
• Serves as dentist’s or dental hygienist’s chair-side assistant.
• Assists with dental charting during exam and explaining treatment plans to the patient
• Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by the dentist in accordance with state regulation and law and Dental Department directive and protocol.
• Maintains Dental Department equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and Dental Department policy and protocol.
• Maintains all Dental Department areas in compliance with Dental Department directives and protocols as well as center policies and procedures relative to infection control, exposure control and safety issues.
• Maintains adequate operatory supplies and compiles a list of individual item shortages for inventory control and ordering purposes.
• Maintains a list of all Dental Department patients, monitors patient flow, and assists the Dental Director, dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in assuring that all patient records and documents are properly and accurately completed and filed.
• Receives and places necessary telephone calls consistent with professional matters, clinic business and patient care of the Dental Department.
• Assists patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions and giving directions to patients as authorized by the dentist or dental hygienist.
• Assist with giving oral instruction after any procedure such as extraction, fillings, and exams.
• Assists with making sure the patient has all necessary forms, such as referral forms, medical clearance forms and prescriptions.
• Assists with various clinical and administrative functions of the center as appropriate and time permits.
• Insures the sterility of all reusable dental instruments and equipment in accordance with Dental Department directive and protocol.
• Insures the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with Dental Department directive, center policy as well as state and federal regulation(s).
• Performs all functions in full compliance with the center’s and the Dental Department Exposure Control Plan including but not limited to the use of Personal Protective Equipment and Universal Precautions.
• Travels when necessary to meet operational needs.
• As directed by a supervisor, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives.
• Participates in appropriate health promotion / disease prevention activities, both on-site and off-site as required.

Required Experience:

• 
  High School Graduate or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited school for Dental Assisting training required
• Current CPR Certification.
• Must be currently certified as a Dental Assistant in the state of Pennsylvania
• X-ray certification is required
• Two years of dental assisting experience
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments while assuring compliance with established deadlines and protocols
• Effective oral communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information is required
• Must have basic computer and database software skills