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Wheeler Clinic Dental Assistant -Hartford- No Weekends or Holidays in Hartford, Connecticut
Dental Assistant -Hartford- No Weekends or Holidays
Hartford, CT, USA Req #1481
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.
POSITION SUMMARY
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.
SALARY
Hourly Rate: $18.50 for one year experience
Hourly Rate: $20 for two plus years experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited dental assisting program and one year experience or certification as a dental assistant and some related work experience or three years of relevant experience. Radiation Health and Safety and Infection Control training from an accredited school. Ability to acquire and maintain CPR certification within 90 days of date of hire.
Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills are required. Clinically fluent in Spanish is desirable.
LOCATION
Hartford, CT
SCHEDULE
Full time
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:
Nurture Your Health:
Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health
Secure Your Future:
Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance
403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company
Fuel Your Career Growth:
Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program
Access training and development opportunities
Receive a $100 annual stipend for scrubs/uniforms
Get reimbursed for certification expenses
Maintain Work-Life Harmony:
Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge
- 8 sick days per year for your well-being
2 personal days per year for your personal needs
2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you
9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.
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Pay Type Hourly
Hiring Rate $18.50
- Hartford, CT, USA