Dental AssistantSouthern Jersey Family Medical Centers Inc. is looking for a Dental Assistantto provide quality and compassionate care and help make an impact with our most underserved populations.SummaryThe basic function of the Dental Assistant is to provide responsible quality dental patient care and instrument processing and have knowledge of dental equipmentdevices used while supporting and assisting the Dentist.HoursThis is a full-time position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. General daytime hours may vary Monday - Friday and up to 2 evenings per week.Position ResponsibilitiesDutiesPerform initial patient interviews and monitor patient flowAssure that all examination rooms are cleaned fully stocked and ready for the next patientPerform radiographs and necessary clinical procedures as directed by the DentistPerform various dental duties under the direct supervision of a dentist in accordance with the applicable Scope of Practice delineated by the New Jersey Board of DentistryResponsible for the maintenance and servicing of all dental instruments including collecting cleaning decontamination assembly and sterilization of all reusable instrumentation supplies and equipment used by Dentists as outlined in Sterilization of Reusable MedicalDental Devices or Instruments manualOperate sterilizers maintain sterilization recordslogs and performs biological and monitor testing of sterilizersEstablish and maintain satisfactory relationships with personnel in all operating departments of the company patients doctors and the businessmedical community at largeProvide necessary patient instructions and demonstrations when necessaryDischarge the patient upon completion of the visitPerform other tasks as assigned by the Dental Office Manager or Practice ManagerPosition RequirementsValid NJ Radiology licenseCDA Certified Dental Assistant or RDA Registered Dental Assistant preferredDiploma from Dental Assistant programHigh School DiplomaGEDAt least 1 year of current work experience 2-4 years preferredValid drivers licenseStrong computer skills knowledge of MediaDent and EPIC is a plusExcellent customer services and communication skills Bilingual Spanish preferredSouthern Jersey Family Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers Inc. provides a rewarding and challenging work environment state-of-the-art facilities and a very competitive benefits package which includes a healthy worklife balance generous paid time off paid holidays competitive wages Tuition Assistance Program 403b Retirement Plan with company contribution Medical Prescription Dental and Life Insurance.