full-time 1 month ago
Dental Assistant
Tufts University
1 Kneeland Street, Boston, MA 02111
20.50 - 28.30/hr
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What You'll Do
Performs advanced and more specialized technical procedures assisting general dentists and specialty dentists chair side.
Assists chair side with advanced specialized technical clinic procedures providing expert care to all dental practice patients.
Takes digital radiographs (panoramic, PAs, bitewings).
Works in dental laboratory pouring models, polishing crowns and dentures, making impressions and making temporary crowns.
Sets up and breaks down dental operatories using proper infection control procedures.
Stocks, organizes, and maintains cleanliness of the dental operatories, assuring appropriate supply standardization.
Is responsible for sterilization and maintaining equipment and materials in accordance with OSHA, federal and state guidelines.
Accesses and maintains patient electronic health records.
Verifies insurance eligibility and coordinates prior approval process.
Enters treatment charges into the patient care system.
May answer all patient, provider, and insurance phone calls.
Receives and posts point of service patient payments.
Schedules and confirms all patient appointments.
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through completion of a High School Diploma/GED.
0-2 years of experience for Dental Assistant.
3-5 years of experience for Senior Dental Assistant.
Massachusetts Dental Assistant License.
Radiology Certification.
Experience with patient care system.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Familiarity with clinical care, institution, or university experience.
Work Schedule Requirements:
This is a full-time 40 hours per week position. Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.1-2 evenings per week until 7pm.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.50 - $28.30 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Performs advanced and more specialized technical procedures assisting general dentists and specialty dentists chair side.
Assists chair side with advanced specialized technical clinic procedures providing expert care to all dental practice patients.
Takes digital radiographs (panoramic, PAs, bitewings).
Works in dental laboratory pouring models, polishing crowns and dentures, making impressions and making temporary crowns.
Sets up and breaks down dental operatories using proper infection control procedures.
Stocks, organizes, and maintains cleanliness of the dental operatories, assuring appropriate supply standardization.
Is responsible for sterilization and maintaining equipment and materials in accordance with OSHA, federal and state guidelines.
Accesses and maintains patient electronic health records.
Verifies insurance eligibility and coordinates prior approval process.
Enters treatment charges into the patient care system.
May answer all patient, provider, and insurance phone calls.
Receives and posts point of service patient payments.
Schedules and confirms all patient appointments.
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through completion of a High School Diploma/GED.
0-2 years of experience for Dental Assistant.
3-5 years of experience for Senior Dental Assistant.
Massachusetts Dental Assistant License.
Radiology Certification.
Experience with patient care system.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Familiarity with clinical care, institution, or university experience.
Work Schedule Requirements:
This is a full-time 40 hours per week position. Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.1-2 evenings per week until 7pm.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.50 - $28.30 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Registered Dental Assistant
• Radiology Certification
• High school diploma or GED
• University experience
• OSHA
• Radiology Certification
• High school diploma or GED
• University experience
• OSHA
About Tufts University
Tufts University is a prestigious academic institution offering a wide range of programs across various schools and colleges. The university is known for empowering students to ask bold questions, grow intellectually, and develop critical thinking skills to lead in our evolving world.
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