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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Dental Assistant I in Fairfield, Ohio
Job Description At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named: * Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation * One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work * A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc * One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023 * An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist Doctor with Dental Procedures - Monitor patients, including those on nitrous oxide or narcotics. Take blood pressure and pulse. Monitor respiration, mucosal color and consciousness. Use suction devices, water spray, cotton rolls and holders; retract cheek and tongue. Assist with the management and calming of patients. Use papoose boards and mouth props. Reassure anxious patients. Prepare local anesthetic. Apply and remove plaque disclosure. Mix restorative material, take primary impression using correct disinfection method appropriate to material. Pour impression and trim to suit patient. * Patient Records - Record pertinent patient information in electronic dental record. May also serve as a scribe for the dentists in situations where the dentist is otherwise occupied in the direct care of the patient. When functioning in this capacity, the (assistant, hygienist) will not be engaged in direct patient care and will serve only as the recorder of the specific comments directed by the dentist for inclusion in the medical record, without interpretation or modification. * Patient Records - Record pertinent patient information in electronic dental record. May also serve as a scribe for the dentists in situations where the dentist is otherwise occupied in the direct care of the patient. When functioning in this capacity, the assistant will not be engaged in direct patient care and will serve only as the recorder of the specific comments directed by the dentist for inclusion in the medical record, without interpretation or modification. * Radiology - Take and develop X-rays, including panorex, bite wing, occlusal film and cephs. Maintain X-ray processor. * Patient Assistance - Anticipate, greet, and seat patient. Instruct patient about pre and post-operative needs and issues. Instruct patient in oral hygiene and fluoride treatment. * Equipment Preparation - Assemble trays, maintain hand pieces, and stock each room. Set up, clean and disinfect operatory. JOB QUALIFICATIONS * High school diploma or equivalent * Dental Assistant Technical Education * Current CPR Certification * Radiology License * Directly related experience, 3+ years * Nitrous Oxide Certification and polish certification preferred Market Leading Benefits Including*: * Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here. * Competitive retirement plans * Tuition reimbursement for continuing education * Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners * Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs * Referral bonus program for current staff! * Support through Employee Resource G Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjU3NDYwLjEwNTA4QGNpbmNpbm5hdGljaGlsZHJlbnNjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ