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Polish the clinical crown using only- a hand-held brush and appropriate polishing agents or a combination of a slow speed handpiece (not to exceed 10,000 rpm) with attached rubber cup or bristle brush and appropriate polishing agents. Place gingival retraction cord; Flush, dry and temporarily close root canals; Place and remove temporary restorations; Insert Interdental spacers; Fit (size) orthodontic bands or brackets.

Why Join First Choice Community Health Centers Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, Harnett County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and convenient access to big-city amenities. Located less than an hour from both Raleigh and Fayetteville, residents enjoy the tranquility of rural living with the benefit of nearby urban excitement.  At First Choice, we’re proud to offer employment opportunities in this beautiful area, giving you the chance to work in a close-knit community while staying connected to the vibrant Triangle region. With a perfect balance of peaceful + affordable living and easy access to cultural and career opportunities, Harnett County is an ideal place to call home. Position Summary First Choice Community Health Center is seeking additional Dental Assistant II to join our wonderful team of dental professionals. Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Assistant II will provide chairside assistance  and is responsible for the efficient operation of the clinical component of the dental center. The dental assistant also records dental findings, completes clinical charting and coding, and sterilizes equipment. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the field of Dentistry.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Chairside assisting;</li><li>Seating and Prepare patients for treatment; Obtain pertinent information and assist in any procedures necessary. </li><li>Expose and develop radiographs, according to standard protocols and/or dentist orders.</li><li>Assist dentist during oral exam and treatment.</li><li>Maintain dental instruments and equipment.</li><li>Assist dental hygienist and clerk when necessary and feasible.</li><li>Maintain clinical supply inventory; Maintain dark room.</li><li>Maintain clinical areas with proper infection control procedures.</li><li>Take impressions for study models; Apply pit and fissure sealant;</li><li>Polish teeth following prophy of teeth by the dentist and give oral hygiene instructions to pts;</li><li>Responsible for purchase orders and ordering of monthly expendable supplies.</li><li>Participate in continuing education on and off site as appropriate and feasible.</li><li>Insert matrix bands and wedges; Place cavity bases and liners;</li><li>Place and/or remove rubber dams.</li><li>Fabricate and cement temporary restorations using temporary cement.</li><li>Apply acid tech materials/rinses; Apply bonding agents.</li><li>Remove periodontal dressings, sutures, excess cement.</li><li>Place gingival retraction cord;</li><li>Flush, dry and temporarily close root canals;</li><li>Place and remove temporary restorations;</li><li>Insert Interdental spacers; Fit (size) orthodontic bands or brackets.</li><li>Apply dentin desensitizing solutions;</li><li>Perform extra-oral adjustments which affect function, fit or occlusion of any temporary restoration or appliance.</li><li>Polish the clinical crown using only- a hand-held brush and appropriate polishing agents or a combination of a slow speed handpiece (not to exceed 10,000 rpm) with attached rubber cup or bristle brush and appropriate polishing agents</li><li>Perform all other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience:<ul><li>DA Certification from an accredited Program.</li><li>Coronial Polish Certification Preferred</li><li>2-years experience of Dental Assisting</li><li>Current CPR certification</li><li>NC X-ray certification preferred</li></ul>Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Tasks, duties, and responsibilities, as listed in this position description, are not exhaustive. The Organization, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills and/or education will also be considered, so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Position Description. The Organization, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.Powered by JazzHR

First Choice Community Health Centers

Dental Assistant II

CPR Certification

Clinical Outcomes

Community Health

Dental Hygiene

Dentistry

Infection Control

Inventory Management

Medical Coding

Mobile Devices

Polish Language

Polishing

Purchase Orders

Radiography

Sterilization

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You are unique, and so are we—it’s time you worked with an organization that appreciates you, challenges you, and helps your professional growth with a team of people dedicated to quality, patient care, and leading the industry with innovation. We are searching for talented people who want to provide excellent customer service for the patient, provide precise support to the doctor, and possess an amiable chair-side manner.

Overview:
As a Dental Assistant at DentalWorks, patient care is your #1 priority and focus. Your ability to value and improve the patient experience will play a major role in the delivery of extraordinary dental care. Dental Assistants are a critical part of our mission because they not only support the patient, but they also provide the doctor with valuable assistance on patient procedures. The Dental Assistant has direct responsibility for the patient’s excellent experience while "in the chair," and patient retention overall. You are unique, and so are we—it’s time you worked with an organization that appreciates you, challenges you, and helps your professional growth with a team of people dedicated to quality, patient care, and leading the industry with innovation. We are searching for talented people who want to provide excellent customer service for the patient, provide precise support to the doctor, and possess an amiable chair-side manner. Flexibility, analytical skills, collaboration, and follow-up are all needed in our dynamic state-of-the-art practice environment. So how about it?—Are you passionate about an opportunity like this?

Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:<ul><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Provide exceptional customer service, with excellent chair-side manner, by making the patient the#1 priority.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Be present, engaged and ready to work at all assigned shift times.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Take direction from the doctor and/or hygienist(s), assist them with all dental procedures, and anticipate their needs.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Take, develop and mount accurate, high-quality radiographs.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Review patient charts prior to doctor arrival, log appropriate patient data and health history during the exam and treatment, as well as transcribe the doctor’s notes.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Clean, sterilize and prepare the equipment and operatory, per the organization’s procedures and guidelines, prior to a patient’s appointment.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Perform efficient and accurate procedures to help maintain the schedule and patient flow.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Educate the patients and address their questions and/or concerns.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Demonstrate good teamwork to deliver an extraordinary experience for every patient.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Partner with the doctors, hygienists, Operations Leaders and support staff to maintain excellent patient service and integrity within the organization.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Assist the front office staff in scheduling patients’ follow up visits, as well as tracking the incoming and outgoing lab cases, to ensure quality and timely products.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">When assigned by the Operations Leader, monitor the level of dental supplies and order using approved formulary.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Promote and market DentalWorks supported practices services and retail products.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Complete checklists as assigned and participate in daily huddles to ensure that every single day flows smoothly.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Follow the organization’s safety policies and procedures through OSHA compliance and BBP (Blood-borne Pathogens) federal regulations.</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Complete all Learning Management System requirements.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
Education/Certification: <ul><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.35pt 0.5in">Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.35pt 0.5in">Current radiography certification required</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.35pt 0.5in">Dental Assistant certification, as required by state, or ability to become certified</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.35pt 0.5in">Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) preferred</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.35pt 0.5in">Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia preferred</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training</li></ul> Skills and Abilities:<ul><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Experience in a professional environment with direct patient contact preferred</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Excellent positive attitude and customer service skills</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Professionalism and integrity in all aspects of the job, including image and both verbal and written communication skills</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Possess exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills, including conflict resolution skills</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Strong organization, planning and analytical skills</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Ability to multi-task and remain calm in a rapidly changing environment</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new programs as required</li></ul> Work Environment and Conditions:<ul><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Overtime required as approved by Operations Leader</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Travel as needed for training and to perform job functions</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 2.3pt 0.5in">Safety procedures and personal protective equipment required to minimize the risks from radiographs and blood-borne pathogens</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Potential of prolonged sitting and standing</li></ul>

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