Certified Dental Assistant

Central North Alabama Health Services

Huntsville, Alabama

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Behavioral Health, Blood Pressure, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Chiropractic, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Support, Community Health, Dentistry, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Infection Control, Laboratory Management, Medical Records, OSHA, Oral Surgery, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pharmacy, Preventive Medicine, Quality of Life, Radiography, Sterilization, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Huntsville, Alabama
POSTED
30+ days ago

Background

Central North Alabama Health Services, Inc. (CNAHSI) operates 4 community health centers providing medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health and chiropractic services to patients in Madison, Limestone, and Morgan counties. We are a Patient-Centered Medical Home and Joint Commission accredited organization, committed to improving the quality of life in our community by providing access to quality healthcare services.
 

Location: Huntsville, Alabama
Job Type: Full-time (typically 40 hours/week), plus any required Overtime
Salary Range: $17.00 – $22 per hour (based on experience and certification)

Job Summary:

As a vital member of our community health team, you will provide clinical and administrative support to our dentists and hygienists in a fast-paced FQHC environment. Our mission is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive dental care for our patients (children and adults).

Key Responsibilities

  • Chairside Assisting: Practice four-handed dentistry for various modalities, including operative, oral surgery, and endodontics.
  • Patient Care: Escort patients to treatment areas, obtain medical/dental histories, and record vital signs like blood pressure.
  • Radiography: Expose and process digital dental radiographs (bitewings, periapicals, and panorex) as directed.
  • Infection Control: Sterilize instruments and equipment according to OSHA, CDC, and Alabama Board of Dental Examiners guidelines.
  • Laboratory Tasks: Pour and trim patient study models and manage lab cases (sending/receiving).
  • Administrative Support: Maintain accurate electronic patient records and assist with treatment planning and patient education.
 

About the Company

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Central North Alabama Health Services