Supervising Dental Assistant

Supervising Dental Assistant

FLSA: Non -Exempt

Reports To: Assistant Director & Chief of Dentistry

Physical Requirements: Ability to assist in transfer of patients.

Hours of Work: Full time 40 hours per week between hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 pm

Monday through Friday.

Job Summary:

The Supervising Dental Assistant will provide support for Dentist and Hygienist services. The position focuses on patient care, infection control and efficient work flow.

Job Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Minimum of One-year experience in a dental setting or completion of Dental Certification required.
• One-year supervisory experience preferred.
• Working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
• Valid NYS Driver's license that meets agency standards and reliable transportation.

Major Responsibilities:

• Direct the day-to-day dental assistant operations of the Health Center, including the scheduling of dental assisting assignments or backup support as needed.
• Supervise, complete annual performance evaluations for all direct reports.
• Provide direct assistance as needed to the Dentist(s), and Hygienist(s) during performance of various clinical services.
• Order, receive and restock supplies, instruments, etc. as dictated in order to ensure accurate inventory is maintained, track supplies, supplies meet the needs in dental department, and that all items dated for use are current.
• Infection control to ensure strict adherence to sterilization, OSHA, and safety protocols.
• As directed by providers and/or supervisory personnel provide patients with care instructions, assist in the processes associated with dental pre-medications, referrals to other providers and arrangements for filling/refilling prescription medications.
• Prepare and clean dental operatories before and after patient visits and at beginning/end of day along with sterilization and processing of all dental instruments.
• Maintain as necessary x-ray, laboratory and utility areas of the dental department.
• Perform as directed equipment checks and maintain accurate logs and compliance records as required for Health Center operations.
• Perform all duties to ensure compliance with New Dimensions in Health Care Policy and Guidelines and all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.

Disclaimer – The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Liberty reserves the right at its sole discretion to amend its policies, programs and/or guidelines, including the contents of this job description, at any time without prior notice. A candidate's rate of pay is based upon a consideration of several factors which may vary based upon the position. These factors may include education, prior work experience, licenses, certifications and labor markets. In addition to your pay, Liberty cares about you and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Liberty offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.