Mortenson Dental Partners
Location
Louisville, Kentucky
Salary
$27 / HOUR
The Expanded Duties Dental Assistant will assist the dentist, prepare patients for treatment, and maintain patient records. Responsibilities also include placing and finishing restorations and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control guidelines.
Candidates must have EDDA or EFDA certification and a high school diploma or equivalent. They also need to obtain radiology and CPR certification and pass a background check and drug screening.
Personally contribute to a culture that delivers an exceptional patient experience for every patient, every time. Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education and quality treatment. Assists dentists and hygienists in quality diagnosis through X-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed. Helps ensure efficient operations by seeking patient referrals, maintaining equipment, utilizing supplies cost-effectively, and posting patient charges accurately. Follows CDC and OSHA guidelines for safety and infection control. Completes all clinical notes according to practice guidelines before dismissing the patient. Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist's access; suctioning; and passing instruments. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Places and finishes permanent restorations, complete preliminary impressions. Promotes a “team first” attitude by demonstrating positive and caring relationships and communication with coworkers.
Have your EDDA or EFDA certification Have your high school diploma or equivalent Obtain your radiology and CPR certification within the required timeframe Must pass a background check and drug screening Any offer of employment is contingent upon the Company’s determination that the candidate has successfully passed a background check, including a drug screen. We are an equal-opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates equally.