OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64858655

Specific Responsibilities

• Maintains patient information in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, regulations, and DOH policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Accurately and timely enters and documents patient oral health information in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides chair-side dental assisting and clinical support to the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures, including restorations, extractions, pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, and preventive services.
• Utilizes four-handed dentistry techniques to ensure efficient and effective delivery of care.
• Sets up and breaks down operatory rooms between patients to ensure readiness and compliance with infection control standards.
• Exposes and processes intra-oral dental diagnostic x-rays in accordance with state regulations.
• Performs expanded duties as permitted by law and training, including application of fluoride, sealants, and other preventive procedures as directed by the dentist.
• Provides patients and caregivers with oral hygiene education, as well as pre-operative and post-operative instructions, referrals, and general treatment information in a culturally competent manner.
• Maintains strict adherence to CDC and OSHA infection control guidelines.
• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instruments using ultrasonic cleaners and autoclave equipment; performs spore testing and waterline monitoring; and maintains required sterilization logs.
• Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with bio-hazard and bloodborne pathogen disposal regulations.
• Performs routine maintenance of dental equipment, including lubrication of handpieces and upkeep of operatory and clinical systems.
• Maintains adequate levels of clinical supplies, ensuring operatories are fully stocked and organized for daily operations.
• Assists with inventory tracking and ordering of supplies as needed.
• Supports clinic operations by assisting with patient scheduling, maintaining efficient clinic flow, and ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant with HIPAA and DOH requirements.
• Supports public health initiatives by assisting with community outreach events, supporting mobile or off-site dental clinics, and promoting preventive dental care and access to services.
• Assists with tracking program metrics and outcomes as required.
• Works collaboratively with dental and clinic staff to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.
• Participates in shared responsibilities, including sterilization room duties, and attends required staff meetings, trainings, and seminars.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

Where You Will Work

PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32401

PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32407

PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32408