Dental Assistant
Company: AMG HEALTHCARE
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: January 11, 2021
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Job Description:
AMG Healthcare Services is a staffing agency who specializes in
placing healthcare professionals in positions that align with their
preferences and wants throughout the nation for over 15 years.
We're currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to provide
services at Pensacola Naval Air Station. Dental Assistant will
provide dental care to active duty military members. 40 hrs per
week, Mon - Fri, 8 hr shifts. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE DENTAL
ASSISTANT: Must possess at least one of the following : Certificate
or Associate Degree as a dental assistant/technician from a state
accredited program and 12 months experience within the preceding 36
months. Certification from a military dental technician or dental
assistant "A" school and 12 months experience within the preceding
36 months. Certification from a Red Cross Dental Assistant course
and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.
Certification from a Military Red Cross Dental Assistant course
within the preceding 6 months. 36 months experience within the
preceding 60 months as a dental assistant in a private practice or
a military clinic. Membership in good standing with the American
Association of Dental Assistants with required continuing education
and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months. Graduation
from a state accredited program for dental assistants or dental
technology within the preceding 12 months. Provide two letters of
recommendation, from either practicing dentists or faculty members
where the dental assistant received his/her dental assistant
training. Letters must have been written within the preceding three
years. Possess certification or permit for use of dental X-ray
equipment. Completion of a military dental technician or dental
assistant "A" school will fulfill this requirement. Similarly,
Dental Assistant program transcripts documenting dental X-ray
training will also suffice Each healthcare worker shall possess and
maintain current certification in either the American Heart
Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers or
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course. Must be a
U.S. citizen (for access to Gov't computer systems). DUTIES OF THE
DENTAL ASSISTANT: Provide for the examination, treatment, and
disposition of patients compatible with the Dental Treatment
Facility's operating capacity and equipment; Become familiar with
and follow standardized (Navy) concepts of Phased Dentistry and
Managed Care. Be responsible for a full range of dental assisting
procedures in support of Dental Officer examinations and delivery
of treatment under the "four handed dentistry" format within the
personnel and equipment capabilities and limitations of the Dental
Treatment Facility. The Dental Assistant shall aid in the provision
of mandated dental surveillance and preventive services and assist
in ensuring the quality and timeliness of treatment records and
reports required to document procedures performed and care
provided. Workload occurs as a result of scheduled and unscheduled
requirements for care. The Dental Assistant's actual clinical
performance will be a function of the overall demand for dental
assisting services. Provide oral prophylaxis, preventive dentistry
procedures and non-surgical periodontal therapy to active duty
military personnel. Maintain patient records in accordance with
Joint Commission and Dental Treatment Facility (DTF) requirements.
Select and arrange instruments and prepare set-ups for patient
treatment, assist during patient examination and treatment and
administration of anesthesia. Assist in placement and removal of
sutures. Prepare restorative and impression materials. Dispose of
contaminated waste in accordance with the standard procedures of
the DTF. Place digital film sensors, expose digital radiographs and
execute computer processing of the digital x-ray image. Expose
bitewing, periapical, panoramic, and occlusal film utilizing
bisecting angle or paralleling radiographic techniques. Instruct on
basic oral hygiene care. Maintain operatory to meet the clinic's
cleanliness and infection control standards. If you want to find
out more about this position, know anybody who may be interested in
this position, and/or want to find out what other positions we
have, reach out to us by replying to this ad! Once you reply, a
dedicated team member will be assigned to you and will follow-up
with you as soon as possible. AMG Healthcare wants to thank you for
your interest, we look forward to hearing back from you soon!
Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: AMG HEALTHCARE, Pensacola , Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Pensacola, Florida
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