Dental Assistant I

Job Description:

Dental Assistant I

Description

Role

This position requires travel to different locations within the County.

Bilingual: Spanish/English speaking preferred.

Under general supervision, performs dental assistant related work of moderate difficulty by assisting the dentist in the provision of dental care, patient education, and coordinating dental clinic flow and operations.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

• Prepares materials and tray set up to assist dentist during dental procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments. Prepares and cleans operatory.
• Records and reviews patients' medical and dental histories. Monitors patients during dental procedures. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
• Performs clerical duties that include answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and processing messages and filing documents into the electronic dental record.
• Maintains the stock of supplies and materials. Processes diagnostic x rays.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:
No experience required.

Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license. Must obtain Basic Life Support for the Health Care Professionals within three (3) months of hire. Must obtain x ray certification within 1 year of hire.
Must possess a current fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

Other Skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Policies regarding documentation, patient care, cleaning and stocking, and hazardous waste.
• Basic dental care methods and practices.
• Dental office operations.
• Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
• Clerical office practices and procedures.
• Research techniques and report writing.
• Current Microsoft Office software.
• Filing and recordkeeping.
  
  

Skill in:

• Demonstrating care, concern, and courtesy when dealing with people.
• Balancing job responsibilities and assuring clients receive timely care without undue waiting in exam rooms or lobby.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Organization and adherence to detail.
  
  

Ability to:

• Accurately record all pertinent information related to the dental services provided on the correct form.
• Complete and file paperwork according to procedures.
• Abide by all department policies and HIPAA guidelines.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
• Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
• Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
  
  

Work Environment:
The work involves potential exposure to infections, contagious diseases, and blood borne pathogens. Occasional potential exposure to radiation hazards. Clinical staff are required to use appropriate protective equipment. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 3
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: Yes

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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Closing Date/Time: 11/20/2024 5:00 PM Arizona

Salary:

$18.68 - $23.82 Hourly