Dental Assistant

WHO WE ARE:

Aviva Health is a dynamic and mission-driven federally qualified health center (FQHC). Committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services, Aviva Health offers a holistic approach to care, addressing patients' medical, behavioral health, dental, and social service needs. As a vital healthcare resource in the community, Aviva Health fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment where dedicated healthcare professionals have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families. Join us at Aviva Health and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients and the community we serve.

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POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the supervision of the Dental Assistant Supervisor and the Dental Manager, performs chairside work assisting a dentist in the treatment of patients; maintains records of treatments, supplies, and materials; prepares operatory for dental procedures; performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Sterilizes instruments and equipment by providing back up coverage for sterilization tech as needed. Oils and cleans equipment; cleans dental office and operatory.
• Maintains proper infection control procedures; wears required personal protection equipment as per OSHA standards.
• Prepares patients for treatment by seating patients, taking blood pressures, and reviewing medical history; presents and witnesses signatures on all appropriate consent forms.
• Reviews patient chart and ensures all paperwork, x-rays and treatment are current.
• Performs routine laboratory work such as pouring and trimming working models; packaging and shipping models to appropriate lab; receives and organizes lab cases/slips as they are delivered.
• Keeps current with software specific for electronic dental records; provides accurate documentation by charting each patient’s oral health, treatment plan, and chart notes; ensures that consent forms are signed by all persons required and reports any missing information in chart to supervisor or appropriate staff member.
• Prepares operatories for dental procedure; assists chairside, passing various instruments and supplies to dentist.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

• Performs other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES:

• Strictly adheres to the ethics and Code of Conduct as established by the American Dental Association, Oregon State Board of Dental Examiners, and Aviva Health.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment to completing assignments efficiently and timely. Works with minimal supervision and exercises sound judgment and is detail oriented.
• Follows all Aviva Health policies.
• Promotes positive customer relations and service to both internal and external customers by providing customer services to all patients in a non-discriminatory, confidential, professional, and friendly manner that builds dignity for each individual customer.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent education and a minimum of 6 months dental clinic or similar experience.
• Oregon Radiology certification preferred.
• Ability to maintain and interpret various records relating to patient care and dental services; ability to prioritize.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.