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 is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal history background check, which will include 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).SUMMARYResponsible 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 & RESPONSIBILITIESChair 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 LOCATIONTribal Administrative Office1245 Fulton AvenueCoos Bay, Oregon 97420Apply online @ www.ctclusi.org