Dental Assistant I. - Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians : Job Details

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

* Must be at least 18 years of age.

* High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

* At least one year of experience interacting with the public and/or patients.

* This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing.

* This is a covered position which requires background check that includes fingerprinting.

* Must have employment eligibility in the U.S.

* Indian preference will be observed in the hiring process.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / LICENSES

* Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) Certification required within 6-months of hire.

* Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or must pass the Oregon Basic Dental Assisting Exam within 90 days of hire.

* Oregon Certificate of Radiologic Proficiency or be able to obtain certificate within 90 days of hire.

* CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program.

* Two years recent experience in chair-side dental assisting.

* Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing chair side assistance and authorized clinical duties to the Dentist, Dental Hygienist and/or Dental Health Aide Therapist in the Tribal Dental Clinic.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Chair side assisting includes, but is not limited to:

* Preparing and maintaining dental instruments, supplies and equipment.

* Collecting and recording patient health histories.

* Patient management during dental procedures.

* Instrument transfer.

* Dental procedure isolation techniques, i.e., placing rubber dams.

* Preparation of dental materials, i.e., cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials, etc.

* Dental charting using an electronic medical record (EMR) system.

* Prevention and management of dental medical emergencies.

* Inventory control and management.

* Performing digital imaging.

* Assist Dental Clinic Hygienist as needed.

* Assist front office Dental Clinic staff as needed.

* Maintain appearance standards as outlined in CTCLUSI policies.

* Must be able to interact with Tribal members and the public in a courteous, professional, and efficient manner.

* Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

* Provide excellent customer service to Dental Clinic clients and vendors.

* Maintain a good attendance record.

* Other duties as directed by management.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

* Must be able to walk, talk, hear, use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.

* Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

* May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 40 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENT

* Moderate noise level with frequent interruptions and distractions.

* Exposure to bodily fluids.

JOB LOCATION

Tribal Administrative Office

1245 Fulton Avenue

Coos Bay, Oregon 97420

Apply online @ www.ctclusi.org