Dental Assistant

Essential Duties and Major responsibilities:

Prepare patient for dental treatment.

Take blood pressure and pulse as required.

Maintain dental instruments, materials and medications in the quantities to be used for general and specialized scheduled treatment.

Keep oral operating areas clear before and after dental procedures.

Prepare restorative materials and dental cements.

Sterilize instruments using autoclaves.

Perform routine maintenance described as follows: lubricate equipment, replace expendable parts, and clean operatories.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Help patients with appointments, payments etc. when required.

Take, develop and mount x-rays (DANB national certification)

Prepare work to be sent to dental laboratories.

Works as part of team and works at the Community Health Center as required.

Demonstrate understanding and commitment of the health center mission

Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the established CHC Values and Standards

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum High school diploma

Basic knowledge of dental terminology and dental service procedures required.

Minimum 1 year experience as a dental assistant.

CPR Certified

Mass State License

Proficient reading, writing, and speaking in English.

Work experience similar to a medical office environment

Demonstrated interpersonal relationship skills

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, physically demanding office environment