WI3644555

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High School Diploma/GED

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Unspecified

40

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha Community Health Center is looking for
experienced Dental Assistants to work at its main Dental Clinic. \$2,000
hiring bonus - See below for details. POSITION SUMMARY The dental
assistant\'s primary responsibility is to assist the dentist with
clinical procedures. This includes chair side assisting, x-rays, taking
alginate impressions, and screening emergency patients. The assistant
will be expected to assist in four-handed dental procedures including,
but not limited to: initial exams, periodontal maintenance, amalgam and
composite restorations, endodontics, oral surgery, crown and bridge, and
removable prosthodontics. By the end of the assistant\'s training period
he or she will be expected to be proficient in all procedures routinely
performed in the clinic. PRIMARY TASKS AND DUTIES Room Preparation and
Turnover Prepare room set up for standard and specialty procedures
Prepare hand pieces for laboratory and operatory use Prepare for medical
emergencies Disinfect operatory according to company standards Assist in
sterilization areas as necessary Maintain operatory equipment according
to manufacturer guidelines Dispose of waste and hazardous materials in
compliance with OSHA/EPA/FDA/NIOSH regulations Direct Patient Care
Welcome and dismiss patient in a professional and courteous manner Take
digital x-rays (Pan, BWX\'s, PAs) Obtain, interpret, and evaluate
personal, medical and dental histories Take and record patient vitals
Demonstrate four-handed instrument transfer Prepare and assist with
administration of topical and local anesthesia Prepare mounting and
articulation of study models for impressions Fabricate temporaries for
crowns and bridges Pour and trim cast/model Prepare and assist with
restorative treatment Prepare and assist with varnish and fluoride
applications Prepare and assist with minor, oral surgery and endodontic
therapy procedures Prepare and assist with alginate impression Chart
oral condition as dictated by dentist Post-op Patient Education Explain
postoperative and preoperative instructions to the patient Schedule
follow up appointment Electronic Health Record (EHR) Utilization
Properly label and input tooth/teeth numbers into patient electronic
chart Review doctors schedule prior to patient visit for scheduling
errors and lab case preparation POSTION REQUIREMENTS Education Preferred
Graduate from an Accredited Dental Assistant Program/School Minimum of 1
year experience in dental assisting position Ability to communicate in
Spanish (oral and written)preferred Must be current on all ACIP
immunizations & PPD status Must maintain BLS Certification WORK SCHEDULE
Availability to work up to 40 hours during clinic\... For full info
follow application link. Kenosha Community Health Center is an Equal
Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, disability or veteran status. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/848C3BDE0EED40FB