full-time 1 day ago
Dental Assistant - Pediatric Department
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA 23298
20 - 24/hr
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Job Description
Chief Purpose:
The Dental Assistant supports patient care in the Pediatric Department by preparing patients, treatment rooms, instruments and materials; assisting with dental procedures as delegated by dentists, faculty, residents, and students; maintaining patient comfort; educating patients on oral health; managing supplies; supporting clinic schedules; and following OSHA and safety requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Required
Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Ability to perform four-handed dentistry and anticipate patient and provider needs
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced clinical environment
Ability to work efficiently and accurately
Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent, required
Two years of dental assisting experience, required
X-ray certification, required
CPR certoification, preferred
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), preferred
Pediatric dental experience, preferred
Bilingual skills, preferred
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
Benefits include health, dental, vision, and group life insurance; dental discounts; health savings and flexible spending accounts; and paid holidays. PTO eligibility begins after 90 days of employment. After six months, employees become eligible for a 401(k) contribution and match, professional development/tuition reimbursement, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Background Check: Required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on any legally protected basis.
The Dental Assistant supports patient care in the Pediatric Department by preparing patients, treatment rooms, instruments and materials; assisting with dental procedures as delegated by dentists, faculty, residents, and students; maintaining patient comfort; educating patients on oral health; managing supplies; supporting clinic schedules; and following OSHA and safety requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Required
Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Ability to perform four-handed dentistry and anticipate patient and provider needs
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced clinical environment
Ability to work efficiently and accurately
Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent, required
Two years of dental assisting experience, required
X-ray certification, required
CPR certoification, preferred
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), preferred
Pediatric dental experience, preferred
Bilingual skills, preferred
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
Benefits include health, dental, vision, and group life insurance; dental discounts; health savings and flexible spending accounts; and paid holidays. PTO eligibility begins after 90 days of employment. After six months, employees become eligible for a 401(k) contribution and match, professional development/tuition reimbursement, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Background Check: Required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on any legally protected basis.
About Virginia Commonwealth University
VCU Health is dedicated to providing uncommon compassion, unwavering dedication, and unbreakable resolve to help individuals live their best lives. As a top-ranked hospital in Virginia, they offer a wide range of specialty services including cancer care, heart & vascular treatment, neurosciences, orthopaedics, pediatrics, and more.