Dental Assistant

Company: Grace Health
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: September 17, 2022

Job Description:

$16+ an hour (adjusted based on skills, education, and experience)
Are you a team player looking for a fast-paced work environment? We want you to join our dental department as a Dental Assistant! Experience in the medical field is preferred, but not required. Grace Health provides complete on the job training that promotes success, advancement and longevity. Plus, benefits, competitive wages, no night or weekend shifts, and a $1,000 Sign-on bonus!Please note, the Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are minimum work requirements at Grace Health.
BENEFITS

• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
• 401K match
• 8 paid holidays
• Generous PTO accrual
• Employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial wellnessEXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list is not all inclusive.)
  • Prepares treatment rooms
  • Seats and dismisses patients
  • Assists with operative procedure and exams with the dentist
  • Prepares dental materials
  • Prepares for and performs sterilization procedures
  • Prepares tray set-ups
  • Assists with maintenance and cleaning of dental equipment and supplies
  • Exposes and appropriately labels radiographs utilizing digital software
  • Assists with checking the inventory and ordering of supplies
  • Maintains efficient patient flow
  • Assists in patient instruction as directed
  • Participates in OSHA compliance and monitoring
  • Practices universal precautions
  • Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, please refer to the policy on Job Descriptions for details that apply to every position.REQUIREMENTS
    
    • Flu and COVID-19 vaccines
    • High school diploma or GED
    • One year of experience in the medical field preferred
    • Certification as dental assistant preferred
    • Radiology certification preferred

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