Dental Assistant - FT

About the role

Blue Cloud is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. We are a mission-driven company focused on providing safe, quality, and accessible care for pediatric and special needs patients under general anesthesia. Our team includes Dentists, Anesthesiologists, Registered Nurses, and more.

Responsibilities

• Assist and anticipate needs of the dentist and anesthesia provider as it relates to instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies per technique, procedure and special requirements.
• Pick supplies and equipment for the procedure; Ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are available.
• Maintain inventory and stock room.
• Familiarize with procedures performed and dentist preferences.
• Provide care based on the age-related needs of the pediatric and adolescent patient, considering developmental/psychosocial needs, environmental safety, educational needs, communication style, and level of understanding.
• Assist with patient transfer from bed to gurney.
• Decontaminate and maintain all equipment, instruments, supplies and cleans surgical rooms between cases and at the end of the schedule as directed by procedure and the RN assigned to the room.
• Follow surgery center's manufacturer's and CDC guidelines for decontamination and sterilization.
• Takes x-rays.
• Clean and check x-ray equipment.
• Mixes cement and other materials as required.
• Handles suction hand-pieces and air/water syringes.
• Affirms delivery of all specimens to the RN Circulator in the room.
• Stocks and cleans rooms between cases and at the end of schedule.
• Aids in the turnover of the OR.
• Aids as directed in the delivery of emergency care.
• Performs front desk duties and acts as a Patient Service Coordinator.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Completion of an Accredited Dental Assistant Program.
• Current state license to practice as a registered dental assistant.
• One year of RDA experience.
• Current BLS Certificate.

Qualifications

Background and Drug Screening Required.

Benefits

• Work with a passionate, dedicated, and talented team in a growing organization committed to doing good.
• 401k plan, including company match.

Pay

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Benefits

• 401k plan, including company match.

Company

Blue Cloud is an equal opportunity employer.