Certified Dental Assistant

Certified Dental Assistant

Location: Philadelphia, PA  

Organization: Quality Community Health Center

About Us:

Quality Community Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving the Philadelphia area for 41 years, is dedicated to managing the health and wellness of patients from infants to seniors. We value a collaborative approach to care, working closely with our patients to ensure their well-being. We are currently seeking a full-time Certified Dental Assistant to join our team and provide exceptional dental care to both adult and pediatric patients.

Key Responsibilities:

-Direct Dental Assistance: Assist the dentist in various dental procedures, providing high-quality care.

-Data Entry: Input patient data into our Dental Practice Management System.

-Sanitation: Maintain clean and organized operatories, sterilization rooms, labs, break rooms, and dark rooms after each patient.

-Equipment Maintenance: Oil handpieces, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments following up-to-date protocols for HIV, HCV, COVID-19, etc.

-Radiographs: Expose, develop, and mount radiographs.

-Patient Interaction: Greet and seat patients in the operatory, prepare them for treatment, and provide oral hygiene instructions.

-Lab Work: Take patient impressions, pour casts, and perform prescribed lab work.

-Inventory Management: Monitor clinical supplies, prepare orders, and manage lab cases.

-Compliance: Prepare and mail spore tests for autoclave monthly and distribute radiation badges quarterly.

Qualifications:

- Education: High school diploma or certificate from an accredited dental assisting school.

- Certifications: PA Certification/Registration, X-Ray Certification, Dental Assistant Certification.

- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in dental assisting, with familiarity with the Dentrix software program and insurance coverages.

- Skills: Excellent communication, people skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational abilities.

Employment Details:

- Job Type: Full-time

- Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 403(b) matching

- Dental, health, vision, and life insurance

- Flexible schedule and flexible spending account

- Paid time off

- Health savings account

- Retirement plan

Schedule:

- 8-hour shifts

- Monday to Friday

- No nights or weekends

- Holidays as needed

Additional Requirements:

- Drug Testing: New hires will be subject to drug testing as part of the pre-employment process.

- Clinical Credentialing: Completion of the credentialing process, including background checks and verification of qualifications, is required.

- Vaccination: Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the start date; valid exemption requests will be considered. Clinical hires must also produce titers.

EEO Statement:

Quality Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on a disability.

Note: People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.