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Dental Assistant
•2 days ago
| Verified Pay | $17-$18 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Monroe, Wisconsin |
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Job Description
Dental Assistant: Monroe, WI
Our client in Monroe, Wisconsin is looking for a hard-working, energetic individual to join their team as their Dental Assistant. Under the general supervision of a Dentist in a clinical setting, the Dental Assistant assists the dentist in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants.
Responsibilities of the Dental Assistant:
- Prepares and maintains dental instruments, supplies and equipment; prepares the operatory for the patient visit
- Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed; Collects and records patient health histories
- Drapes patient with protective linens and sets up instrument tray containing instruments, suction, gauze and other required supplies.
- Prepares dental materials—cements, amalgams, composites, impression materials, etc.
- Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following proper radiation safety precautions
- Assists with dental charting as appropriate
- Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies
- Manages the patient during dental procedures
- Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry; anticipates the dentist’s needs
- Take impressions for study casts, athletic mouth guards and custom tray. Performs laboratory procedures neatly and efficiently. Pours models with no bubbles, properly trim models, polish dental prostheses, make vac-u-press forms
- At the conclusion of the procedure, assists patient, clears work site of instruments and other materials; follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operatory for the next patient
- Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility
- Performs, monitors and records all sterilization activities
- Maintains proper aseptic techniques necessary with dental equipment; maintains and properly sterilizes instruments
- Routinely cleans, disinfects and restocks operatories
- Scans reception room for patients and helps to manage patient flow
- Maintain and inventory dental supplies and reorders as necessary; track and verify invoices
- Clean and sterilize all instruments; help to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards
- Performs miscellaneous duties within the Dental Program as assigned
Dental Assistant Requirements and Qualifications:
- CPR certification is a must.
- On the job training or Certification in Dental Assisting is required.
- Polish the patient’s teeth to remove stains and soft deposits.
- Apply topical fluoride and varnishes.
- Apply pit and fissure sealants.
- Remove surgical sutures.
- Pre-select orthodontic bands; place and remove orthodontic bans.
- Adapt temporary crowns.
- Place topical medications.
- Remove excess cement from fabricated restoration and orthodontic bands.
- Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
- Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
- Maintains and expands current level of dental assistant skill and knowledge by periodically attending continuing education programs.
- High School Diploma or GED.
Pay for Dental Assistant: $17-$18/hour based on experience.
Dental Assistant Benefits:
- Medical health insurance.
- Direct Deposit.
- Paid training.
Type: 1st Shift, Full-time, Direct Hire.
Schedule: Monday - Thursday from 7:35am-4:30pm.
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Hughes Resources is a full-service human resources agency located in Freeport, Dixon, and Rockford, Illinois, and Monroe and Beloit, Wisconsin. We are a growing company that values knowledge, professionalism, and respect! We find valuable placements for employees looking for work and employers looking for staff. Put us to work, finding you work. We offer competitive pay rates and the ability to opt into our health insurance plan. Visit us online to complete an application today.
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