Adelphi is seeking Dental Assistants to deliver both routine and emergency dental services at a correctional facility in Collegeville Pennsylvania. The ideal candidates will support the facility s dentist and ensure all services are delivered in accordance with established regulations.
Job Quick Facts:
ID: BD94801
Profession: Allied Health
Specialty: Dental Assistant
Location: Collegeville Pennsylvania
Facility Type: Correctional facility
Job Type: Contract
Shift Schedule: MonFri 7:30am3pm
Rate: $19/hr
Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program
1 year of experience in a dental office or clinic
Must be certified to take Xrays
Responsibilities:
Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures.
Chart findings under the direction of the dentist.
Prepare dental tools equipment and workspaces; ensure sterilization of tools.
Perform suction retraction irrigation and drying during procedures.
Expose and process radiographs; mount label and evaluate for diagnostic quality.
Take impressions of teeth for study models casts and appliances; pour and trim casts.
Manage appointment schedules and maintain call lists.
File retrieve and maintain dental records in compliance with policies.
Prepare laboratory documentation prescriptions and dental referrals.
Educate patients on preventative and postprocedural care.
Complete additional tasks as assigned by the supervising dentist.