JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant
FLSA: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Manager of Dental Operations
INTRODUCTIONUnder the supervision of the Manager of Dental Operations, the Dental Assistant will prepare patients to be seen in the operatory, provide general chair side assistance, infection control, take x-rays, and perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
This position doesn't have direct reports. This position reports to the Manager of Dental Operations.
GUIDELINESThe Dental Assistant abides by all rules and regulations set forth by applicable licensing and regulatory bodies, as well as UHC policies and procedures.
PERSONAL CONTACTSThe position of Dental Assistant requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organizational relationships that may be part of the work of this individual.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSSome walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items such as books and paper is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe Dental Assistant work involves everyday risk and discomforts, which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS
Although the position is assigned a specific shift, this position may be assigned alternate shifts to address the needs of Unity Health Care.
RISKS
The position involves everyday risk and discomforts, which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC health Care Sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. The position requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organization relationships that may be a part of the work of this individual. All medical services shall be provided according to medically accepted community standards of care. The employee shall provide evidence of a recent (within the past twelve (12) months) health assessment that includes a PPD and/or chest x-ray results.
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.