Dental Assistant II-Baseline (Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm)
Mountain Park Health Center · Phoenix, AZ · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Essential Functions
- Affords assistance to dental providers and hygienists in delivering dental-related services.
- Executes routine radiographic imaging as per Arizona Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Certificate requirements.
- Performs child and adult prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants as per Arizona Coronary Polishing (CP) Certificate guidelines.
- Accurately records treatment details and prepares treatment plans on dental charts, entering progress notes and treatment plans into patient files.
- Communicates with patients about their treatment, including instructions, directions, and consents, following the guidance of dentists and hygienists.
- Instructs patients and parents on oral hygiene practices and clearly communicates treatment plans and fees.
- Prepares and maintains dental trays and instruments, completing Instrument Processing: Level 2 Competency.
- Maintains the cleanliness and inventory of dental equipment and picks up, delivers, and updates the status of dental laboratory cases.
- Collaborates with dental back office and front office team members to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Travels to other Mountain Park locations as assigned, including shifts that may involve a location change to support patient care as organizational needs dictate.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
Position Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Dental Assistant Certificate.
- AZ Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Certificate.
- AZ Coronary Polishing (CP) Certificate.
- Current CPR Certification.