Dental Assistant or Certified Dental Assistant- Leominster, Fitchburg, Gardner
Community Health Connections, Inc.
About the Practice
Job Description
Essential Duties and Major responsibilities:
Prepare patient for dental treatment.
Take blood pressure and pulse as required.
Maintain dental instruments, materials and medications in the quantities to be used for general and specialized scheduled treatment.
Keep oral operating areas clear before and after dental procedures.
Prepare restorative materials and dental cements.
Sterilize instruments using autoclaves.
Perform routine maintenance described as follows: lubricate equipment, replace expendable parts, and clean operatories.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Help patients with appointments, payments etc. when required.
Take, develop and mount x-rays (DANB national certification)
Prepare work to be sent to dental laboratories.
Works as part of team and works at the Community Health Center as required.
Demonstrate understanding and commitment of the health center mission
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the established CHC Values and Standards
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum High school diploma
Basic knowledge of dental terminology and dental service procedures required.
Minimum 1 year experience as a dental assistant.
CPR Certified
Mass State License
Proficient reading, writing, and speaking in English.
Work experience similar to a medical office environment
Demonstrated interpersonal relationship skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, physically demanding office environment
Benefits:
401k
Generous vacation and personal time for eligible employees
Sick time
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
100% paid Life insurance/AD&D
100% paid Long-Term disability.
Discounts on travel and entertainment!
Discounts on cell phone service, computer purchases, and more!
College Tuition Rewards/CMEs
Company Events & Activities (Annual cookout and holiday party, health and wellness events,” Lunch & Learn’s”, team building, and more!)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EyeMed Vision Care Program
Accident & Cancer Insurance
Educational development reimbursement
Discounts on - gym membership, travel & entertainment tickets, electronics, and more!
Education
Required
High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
CPR
Equal Opportunity Employer
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About Community Health Connections, Inc.
Community Health Connections (CHC) is a multi-site, non-profit health care center offering a vast range of medical, dental and specialty services: -walk-in urgent care, primary family medical and pediatric care, podiatry -preventative and restorative dental care, oral surgery -behavioral health services, including mental health for children and adults -substance use disorder treatment -optometry eye care, optical shop -acupuncture -nutrition consultations CHC is mission-driven, providing compassionate, quality health care regardless of income or health insurance status. CHC has five locations within Fitchburg, Gardner, and Leominster, with decades of experience as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), serving 36 communities in North Central Massachusetts. At CHC we are a family committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive for a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Everyone has a voice and role in achieving our mission and vision. When thinking about your next career step, consider joining the CHC family and making an impact in your community!
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