Dental Assistant - Jefferson County Jail (Sign-on Bonus Available)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs assistance to the Dentist with patient care during dental procedures and treatment, following standard precautions. 
• Prepares, maintains and services dental instruments, supplies and equipment for daily procedures and sterilizes and disinfects instruments to ensure proper infection control practices.
• Assists with taking, developing or viewing of dental x-rays.
• Manages dental supplies and inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the dental clinic.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks, including administrative tasks related to scheduling appointments, managing patient records and dental sick call requests.
• Communicate and educate dental procedures and oral hygiene practices to patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• General knowledge of dental office practices and procedures. 
• Knowledge of standard clinical operating procedures.
• Strong written, oral communication and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-up and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent time management skills and strong ability to work within tight timelines, with the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with medical staff, providers, leadership and clients in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
• Possess strong judgment, discretion, high level of confidentiality, flexibility and integrity.
• Proficient in computer applications/programs, including MS Office Suite. 

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Completion of a one or two-year dental assistant program from an accredited institution

• One (1) year related dental experience in a dental office or correctional healthcare setting OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification

• Must have or attain a BLS Certification prior to the first day of employment

Special Requirements: This position will be subject to a background check.

Physical Requirements: The position requires the ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds with prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting at a desk, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time.

ADA Statement
In accordance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), FirstClass Healthcare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would cause undue hardship on the company. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation questions or requests in writing at [email protected]. 

Physical and Mental Demands This position requires the physical and mental ability to perform essential job functions, including frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, bending, pushing, pushing, twisting, kneeling, crouching, grasping, and repetitive motion. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. This role also occasionally requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, with or without reasonable accommodation.

In this position, you must be able to effectively communicate, possess clinical judgment, and respond to emergency or high-stress situations, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

This position requires sustained concentration, sound clinical judgment, situational awareness, cognitive flexibility and adaptability, and the ability to remain calm and focused while working in a correctional environment.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a correctional healthcare environment with exposure to noise, communicable diseases, controlled access areas, and unpredictable conditions. Employees must comply with all safety, security, infection control and emergency response protocols. Reasonable accommodation may be provided in accordance with the ADA, provided that it does not present an undue hardship on the company’s operations.