Dental Assistant
11 days ago
Detroit
Job Description Elyn Salvador | Recruiter P: (407) 553 8641 | E: Schedule a Meeting: Job Description Job ID: 3528540 Job Title: Temporary to Permanent Dental Assistant Location: Detroit, MI 48201 Length of Assignment: 13-week assignment with potential for permanent placement after the assignment. Benefits (must meet full-time eligibility requirements set by HireQuest Health): • Health, Dental, Vision, • Telehealth, • Prescription Rx, • Hospital Indemnity, • Short Term Disability, • Emergency Assistance while Traveling Job Summary: The dental assistant supports the dentist to meet the needs of the patient. The dental assistant provides direct aid to the dentist including preparing patients for treatment, cleaning/sanitizing instruments and equipment and assisting the dentist during procedures. In addition, the Dental Assistant conducts various office tasks required for insurance processing/billing within a comprehensive, patient centered oral healthcare clinic for adults and children. The Dental Assistant must treat within the scope of practice for the State of Michigan. Job Responsibilities: • Ensures all actions, job performance, personal conduct and communications represent the organization in a highly professional manner., • Collects patients’ medical history and vitals including blood pressure and pulse., • Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures for children and adult patients., • Takes, develops and mounts dental radiographs (x-rays); takes impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth) and dental procedures., • Advises patients, parents or guardians concerning, diet, hygiene, and disease prevention; provides health and wellness advice to patients/families based on dental office protocols and the dentist’s recommendations., • Effectively communicates with other health care providers or community resources to provide comprehensive, all-encompassing care., • Educates patients/families and the community about oral health related disease and prevention and self-management of acute and chronic dental conditions; recommends interventions to modify behaviors associated with health risks., • Teaches patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health including, tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling., • Performs office management tasks including those necessary for scheduling and confirming patients, entering documentation into patients’ records per doctor’s request, for the authorization of treatment, insurance processing and claims billing., • Prepares and sterilizes instruments and equipment as an infection control measure., • Provides patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)., • Assists in the provision of direct patient care in all dental specialties including pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery., • Participates in a multidisciplinary care team and identifies problems and provides feedback to team members regarding a solution., • Assists with the workflow of the clinic as needed including registration and rooming of patients and the completion of intake paperwork., • Orders and keeps documentation of supply orders, invoices, work orders, etc., • Maintain an organized inventory supply system., • Ensures continuous flow of communication with the Dental Director to enhance the quality of service to our patients., • Participates in the integration of services including primary and pediatric care, behavior health, dental services, and supportive housing; serves as a resource to other providers and staff., • Takes part in performance improvement activities such as medical staff team huddles, quality assurance audits, continuing education, and Patient Centered Medical Home processes., • Participates in meetings/conferences and continuing education and demonstrates a genuine desire to develop strategies for improved clinic operations and high-level patient care., • Ensures certification remains current and valid, • Assures patients’ rights are being maintained at all times., • Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: • High school diploma or GED equivalent required, • Must possess a certificate from an accredited dental assistant program required, • Minimum of two (2) years of recent dental experience required; five (5) years of recent dental experience preferred, • Successfully pass required state and/or national examinations highly preferred, • Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) highly preferred, • Experience in treating patients of all ages; Dental experience with children/adolescents preferred, • Must be proficient with Electronic Dental Records and other databases/systems, • Must meet all Continuing Education requirements, • Knowledge of public health principles and practices; must be comfortable with community outreach, • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, • Must maintain confidentiality relating to treatment in accordance with HIPAA guidelines SKILLS • Critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills, • Must demonstrate an ability to remain calm and perform effectively and professionally during peak periods of activity and in emergency situations., • Good chairside manner helps patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment, • Must be able to work cooperatively with staff and others involved in the delivery of service to patients PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: • Walking, sitting, and/or standing for prolong periods of time may be required, • Able to lift 20 lbs., • Normal office environment with exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures., • Must be available to work all hours scheduled. These include but are not limited to early mornings, evenings and weekend hours as determined by the organization and Leadership., • Work hours may shift depending on project or program needs., • May have close contact with clients and/or their living environments which could include potential exposure to contagious diseases, unpleasant odors and/or to bug/pest infestations., • Interacts with a patient population exhibiting severe and persistent mental illness, • Must possess and maintain an acceptable background check clearance, certifications, licensures and/or trainings as required by the office, federal/state/county agencies, and other entities