Dental Assistant - $3,000 Signing Bonus! at HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.

Fall River, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

28.84

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Infection Control, Dental Radiology, Treatment Records, Customer Service, Team Collaboration, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Time Management, HIPAA Compliance, Sterilization Protocols, Dental Assisting, Culturally Diverse Populations, Positive Attitude

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced medical team within a growing federally qualified community health center. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. “The Heart of Our Community” provides comprehensive services including adult/pediatric medical care, health education, health assessment and screenings, gynecology, cardiology, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and adult/pediatric dental care. We are currently seeking a motivated, Full Time Dental Assistant (38 hours per week) that enjoys working with culturally diverse children and families in providing comprehensive patient care. Dental Assistant Summary: Under the direction of the Dental Assistant Supervisor & Infection Control Coordinator and Dental Dept. Manager, the Dental Assistant will assist and perform a wide variety of patient oral health care services, including assisting the Dentist during dental examinations and procedures; maintain sterilization and infection control protocols; performs dental radiology and records treatment information in patient records. Schedule: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm four days a week Rotating Saturdays 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Pay Range: $24.28 – $28.84 per hour* *The pay range represents HealthFirst’s good faith estimate for this role at the time of posting, in compliance with applicable laws. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors such as relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, market conditions, and budget considerations. Candidates with less direct experience may be placed at the lower end of the range, while those with more significant or specialized experience may be considered at the higher end. Benefits: 3.2 weeks of paid time off (PTO), 3 personal days, and 11.5 paid holidays; employer contributed health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and retirement contributions; voluntary flexible spending accounts and disability/critical illness coverage; and employee discounts, referral program, reimbursable licensing fees, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education credits. Required Qualifications: Successful completion of Dental Assistant program at an accredited institution is required. Massachusetts Dental Assistant license is required. Satisfactory completion of continuing education credits as mandated by any professional boards, licensing agencies, or credentialing organizations as applicable. Community health or dental background preferred. Bilingual/Trilingual preferred. Must submit CORI and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information. Competencies: The Dental Assistant must have a high level of customer service and a positive approach to work with patients. Projects positive attitude about the department and the health center, and offers services to ensure positive experience. Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patients. Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner and in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Learn more about us by checking out our website and company video. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HealthFirst is committed to eliminating discrimination and welcomes applicants and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. HealthFirst does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition, transgender status, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant will support the Dentist during examinations and procedures, performing a wide variety of patient oral health care services. Responsibilities also include maintaining sterilization and infection control protocols, performing dental radiology, and accurately recording treatment information.