Dental Assistant - PRN

About the role

Blue Cloud is a pediatric Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) company focused on dental restorative and exodontia surgery for pediatric and special needs patients under general anesthesia. We aim to provide safe, quality, and accessible care at reduced costs to families and payors. Our ASC-based model offers a supportive environment with a close-knit clinical team including 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; know and understand 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.
• Prepare for dental surgical cases by ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are available; 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; mix cement and other materials as required; handle suction hand-pieces and air/water syringes; assure delivery of all specimens to the RN Circulator in the room; stock and clean rooms between cases and at the end of schedule; assist with turnover of the OR; assist as directed in the delivery of emergency care.
• Perform front desk duties and act 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

• Exceptional work ethic;
• Positive attitude;
• Strong commitment to providing excellent care to our patients;

Skills

• Attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
• Excellent communication skills;

Benefits

• 401k plan, including company match;

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Position is PRN (as needed).