Dental Assistant - Third Street Family Health Services : Job Details

Description: Schedule Availability: Monday- Thursday 7 am - 5:30 pm and Friday 7 am - 2 pm,no evenings or weekendsStarting Pay: with no experience is $15.76 per hour/ $16.50 per hour for certified dental assistantsCurrently, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Dental Assistant. A Dental Assistant provides a range of clinical, administrative, and staff support to a full-range dental services operation. Assists in the performance of dental and radiography procedures; prepares and maintains dental equipment and supplies in accordance with established protocol and procedures, policies, standards, and assists in the coordination of day-to-day patient administration, records management, and office support activities.Essential Job Duties:Provides chair-side assistance to provider in the performance of dental procedures.Collect and record patient health histories (dental and medical) and record information for provider's reference prior to examination.Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.Advise patients in oral hygiene and dental care.Interact positively with a diverse, sometimes difficult, and demanding patient population. Provide service in a manner that is appropriate for the patients' age; demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patients physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs.Prepares, sterilizes, and organizes dental supply and dental equipment according to OSHA, Joint Commission, and Clinic Standards.Sets-up trays for procedures.Takes radiographs as directed by provider.Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] or call 419-###-#### ext. 2201 for Human Resources.What We Offer:Attending to your needs today:Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized.Excellent clinical, administrative, and management supportForward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company cultureEmployee Assistance ProgramCompetitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plansCompetitive compensationPaid Time OffWellness Reimbursement ProgramTuition assistanceProtecting your future:Medical, dental and vision insuranceEmployer contribution to a health savings account403(b) retirement plan with matchEmployer-paid life insuranceEmployer-paid long-term disabilityAbout Us:Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices.Organizational Information:Established in 1994, Third Street Family Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in Richland, Marion, Ashland, and Crawford counties. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives.We provide patient-centered care and provide our services with respect, integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information, visit tsfhs.org or find them on Facebook or Twitter.Mission:To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.Requirements: QualificationsValid driver's license and reliable transportationHigh school diploma or equivalent, required.Ability to be Credentialed as a Dental Assistant (within the first 90 days)Dental Assistant Radiographer Licensure, RequiredGraduate of a Dental Assisting program, PreferredPI51bcbb54dad0-26289-#######5