Dental Assistant I

Job description

JOB CATEGORY: DENTAL / DENTAL ASSISTANT / COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER: POSITION SUMMARY : This position assists the Dentist at chairside during examination and treatment of patient. The position also involves assisting in the dental lab and performing clerical duties related to the dental program. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: - Have or be able to obtain BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certification current at all times. SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: - According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and...