Dental Assistant I

Site: The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc.

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Job Summary

Summary

Assists with a variety of health care tasks from taking dental x-rays and caring for patients to helping file records and appointment scheduling.

Does this position require Patient Care Yes

Essential Functions
-Assists dental hygienists with procedures when necessary.
-Records treatment information in patient records.
-Exposes dental x-rays from dental diagnostics and caring for dental x-ray equipment.
-Gives patients information on dental hygiene oral health care and plaque control programs.
-Collects and records medical and dental histories as well as patient vital signs.
-Provides postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.
-Orders dental supplies and maintains dental equipment inventory.
-Fabricates temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
Yes

Licenses and Credentials
Dental Assistant State License - required

Basic Life Support BLS - required

Experience
Dental Assistant experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

- Spanish speaking preferred
- Completion of Dental Hygiene Program.
- Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Consistently professional appearance and attitude.
- Able to provide great patient care.
- Previous experience with dental practice management electronic charting and digital radiography systems.

Onsite

3297 Washington Street

32

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly

Grade

3

At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

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