Dental Assistant

Chair-side Dental Assistant
Summary
The Chair-side Dental Assistant is a vital position within the dental team. We are dedicated to providing our patients with the highest level of care. This individual maintains a daily schedule and flow of the dentist and assists other schedules when needed. This position includes full-time pay and benefits with a four day work week (Monday - Thursday). We would also consider a part time position for the right candidate.

Location
Topeka, IN – The Community Dental Clinic (CDC) operates under the umbrella of The Community Health Clinic, Inc (CHC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, healthcare/dental facility. The CDC provides dental care consistent with the needs of the Amish, Mennonite, and other rural northern Indiana communities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
· Discuss preventative information and treatments with patients and caregivers
· Monitor and maintain patient comfort level
· Knowledgeable with all clinical procedures and dental materials
· Proficient in duties that can be legally delegated to a dental assistant
· Maintain a clear working field and anticipate the needs of the dentist
· Maintain infection control with no cross-contamination
Experience and Licensure Requirements
· Basic Dental Knowledge (required)
· Infection Control Experience (required)
· Indiana Dental Radiographer License (required)
· CPR Certified (required)
· Dentrix experience (recommended)
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
· Strong sensory skills, such as visual acuity, good hearing, and dexterity.
· Ability to stand and sit for periods of time and to move constantly throughout the workday.
· Ability to push, pull, lift, move, and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
· Good speaking and listening skills.
· Ability to perform focused work with close attention to detail.
· Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and phones.
· Ability to interact with others in person and through phone, e-mail, and written correspondence.
· This position is classified as having occupational exposure to blood and other infectious materials.

Benefits:
Exact benefits are dependent on full or part-time classification.
· Highly competitive salary
· Long- and short-term disability
· 401k package
· Generous vacation time and paid holidays
· Health, dental and vision coverage
· Flex spending account
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time
The Community Dental Clinic is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person