Dental Assistant

Pittsburgh, PA

Full Time

Mid Level

Squirrel Hill Health Center (SHHC), a dynamic and growing Federally Qualified Health Center, is hiring a full time Dental Assistant in our Squirrel Hill location.

SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of a Dentist in a clinical setting, assists the Dentist in providing dental treatment. Clinical performance is overseen by Dentist; basic job performance, including but not limited to schedule, workplace compliance and behavior, overseen by Dental Assistant Lead EFDA and Director of Operations.

Essential Job Functions:

Prepares each operatory and patient for treatment.
Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology.
Provides active chair side assistance to the Dentist and anticipates the provider’s needs.
At the conclusion of patient care, assists the patient, clears the work site and prepares for the next patient.
Monitors the flow of laboratory cases.
Monitors and records sterilization cycles.
Maintains and inventories supplies.
Helps to manage patient flow in clinic.
Follows proper infection control protocols for the practice.
If fluent in a language other than English, the Dental Assistant shall also serve as an interpreter for patients speaking that language.
Other duties as assigned.

Education/Licensure Requirements:

Certification in dental assisting from an accredited school, or experience as a Dental Assistant.
X-ray Certification required.
Experience with electronic health records helpful.
CPR certified. or the willingness to obtain certification.
EFDA helpful but not required.
New grads welcome to apply.
Must be coachable and a team player.
Must be flexible and open to change as we grow.
Proficiency in a foreign language is a plus.
All CDC recommended vaccinations, including annual Covid and Flu, required.

SHHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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