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Dental Assistant - Lead
Location:
Milwaukee, WI
Description:
Come Join Our Team! We Are Hiring! We are currently hiring a Lead Dental Assistant in Milwaukee, WI. This is a full-time position that does not require working late nights, weekends, or holidays! Why Progressive Community Health Centers? Founded in 1999, Progressive Community Health Centers is an independent non-profit organization that operates four clinic locations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. More than 100 employees support our agency's mission to improve the health and quality of life of the community by providing culturally competent services that address identified needs. We provide high quality, comprehensive care to roughly 16,000 patients annually, a majority of who are low-income. No one is ever turned away from our clinics based on insurance status or ability to pay. We value a patient-centered philosophy and provide range of services that include family medicine, internal medicine, women's health, urgent care, dental, radiology and integrated behavioral health. We also offer supportive services such as case management, health education and benefits enrollment. JOB SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of the Dental Supervisor, performs various dental procedures and tasks including sterilization, lab work and chair side assisting as directed by the Dentist. Also, the Lead Dental Assistant will perform light clerical duties as assigned. The role of a Lead Dental Assistant is to provide oversight, leadership, and mentorship to fellow dental assistants. To help in the department's efficiency and functionality and help it reach its goals set forth by the Dental Supervisor or Dental Director. This job description outlines the essential functions of the Lead Dental Assistant position and the core performance areas the Lead Dental Assistant is held accountable for. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains necessary dental licensures and BLS certification Must complete yearly required continuing education, OSHA training and organizational trainings to advance the safety of patients, and assist with emergency management Attends and participates in organizational meetings and team huddles Is able to locate all Progressive Community Health Centers procedures and policies, and more specifically Dental Department policies, procedures, and workflows, and adheres to all expectations outlined in these documents. Is proficient with electronic dental record system, in all aspects of patient scheduling, schedule maintenance, and chart maintenance, including assistance with billing, documentation and preparation of provider orders. Contributes to excellent patient care and throughput by effectively auditing schedules ahead of time and identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and preparatory work. Contribute to efficient, patient-focused, daily clinical flow by helping manage daily provider schedule(s). Maintains operatory cleanliness and supply availability by completing daily, weekly, and monthly operatory maintenance duties, as outlined by supervisor, and in accordance with professional guidelines. Prepares patients for dental treatment by welcoming, seating and rooming them, and providing friendly, comforting service. This includes reviewing and recording pertinent contributions or changes to health histories and taking appropriate vitals prior to treatment. Is able to take radiographs, as prescribed by a dentist or according to departmental radiograph policy, with or without assistance from other dental team members Is able to make preliminary mouth models with or without assistance from other dental team members Provides chairside assistance to dentist or hygienist during all types of visit types and procedures. Cleans/Sterilizes instruments and maintains sterilization center and lab as may be assigned Assists with communication pre- and post-op instructions and facilitating proper documentation of patient education and consents KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS Understanding of dental anatomy and all dental procedures within the scope of PCHC's dental practice Understanding of OSHA-standard universal precautions and risk management for other blood or air-borne diseases. Ability to relate well to people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Ability to manage patient flow in a fast-paced clinic environment. Willingness to work flexible hours to meet patient care needs/demands. Able to follow and apply established office policies and procedures Ability to have empathy for patients and to treat them with dignity and respect, in a professional and courteous manner Seek out and participate in opportunities for development Recognize the excellent work and accomplishments of others Communicate truthfully and expect others to do the same Hold self, and others, accountable on consistent basis Identify and resolve difficult issues View change as opportunity EXPECTED BEHAVIOR S Treat all people with dignity, respect and compassion. Honor diversity in practices of faith, traditions, and culture. Recognize the good work and accomplishments of others. Invite and acknowledge concerns, suggestions and opinions of others. Protect personal and professional privacy and confidentiality. Communicate truthfully and expect others to do the same. Identify and resolve difficult issues. Seek out and participate in opportunities for development. View change as opportunity. Accept and offer feedback that promotes respect and leads to development. Seek out education and training to build job skills. Exceed expectations of patients and colleagues. Strive to exceed job requirements. Seek to continuously improve work processes. Work with others in the spirit of teamwork. Be accountable for the successful completion of scope of work. Make decisions about time and work resources that avoid waste and duplication. Conserve natural and environmental resources. Maintain health, safety and security in the workplace. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : High school graduate or equivalent, with completion of a Dental Assistant Certification program, from an accredited technical college or State training program. At least six months of on-the-job training and/or experience in a clinic or dentist's office. Must be CPR certified. Experience in community health, public health, or in a community hospital, a plus. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential function, as well as the physical and mental requirements satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. It is mandatory that all employees, employed providers and volunteers are vaccinated. All hired candidates must submit proof of vaccination prior to their orientation. This is a mandatory requirement for Progressive Community Health Centers. The purpose is to minimize exposure to and transmission of COVID-19 and the influenza virus in the workplace by providing occupational protection to employees and thereby preventing exposure to members of the community, which we serve. Equal Employment Opportunity: Progressive Community Health Centers is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, disability, arrest and/or conviction record, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by law.
Company:
Progressive Community Health Centers
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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Dental Assistant - Lead is a Nurse & Healthcare Dental Assistant Job at Progressive Community Health Centers located in Milwaukee WI. Find other listings like Dental Assistant - Lead by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Dental Assistant Jobs.