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Dental Assistant
indeed - Kenai, AK
Dental AssistantDept./Program: DWC Dental
Division: Health Systems
Reports To: Dental Clinic Supervisor
Employment Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: 40 hours/week
Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638
Revision Date: 06/14/2018
Job Summary
Performs chair side assistance and related duties in all phases of restorative, prosthodontic, surgical, endodontic, interceptive orthodontic and periodontal treatment as provided in general dentistry.
Essential Functions
Prepares un'ina, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures.
Receives, reassures, and routes patients (un'inas) for treatment in DWC Dental.
Lays out all instruments and materials needed for each treatment properly; prepares un'ina operatory.
Assists dentist in all phases of general dentistry, utilizing techniques for four handed sit-down dentistry.
Passes instruments and materials to the dentist.
Keeps intra-oral area of operation clear using high-speed evacuator, suction tip and irrigation; retracts tissue, tongue and cheek.
Aids the dentist in calming fearful un'inas and if necessary, controlling un'ina movements. Alert to the condition of un'ina during treatment for signs of fainting, shock or other distress.
Operates dental x-ray equipment to take digital and panograph radiographs.
Performs intra-oral procedures as directed by dentist.
Takes preliminary impressions for study models.
Pours and trims models from impressions, constructs mouth guards and bleaching trays, and places and removes rubber dams.
Administers fluoride treatments and sealants.
Relays dentist's instruction to un'ina for post-treatment care. Instructs un'ina on brushing and flossing techniques.
Records medical history of un'inas; documents the examination and treatment information relayed by dentist.
Routes un'inas for medical tests and services when required.
Cleans and sterilizes materials, instruments and equipment including and preparing sterile trays for chair side use.
Maintains operatories in neat and orderly fashion and within standards for clean dental procedures.
Observes appropriate infection control measures pre-and post-operatively.
Provides exceptional customer service.
Receives un'inas to the department in a friendly, professional and courteous manner.
Answers phones and direct calls to appropriate staff members of the department. Takes messages as required.
Determines which can be handled by staff members and which need management. Personally responds to non-technical questions regarding department.
Assists un'inas by providing accurate information that meets the un'inas' needs the first time.
Adhere to the Tribe's policies and procedures.
It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.
Working Conditions
Lifting Requirements
Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.
Physical Requirements
Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
Walk (Move, Traverse)
Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
Pushing or Pulling
Repetitive Motion
Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions
Wet
Noise
Vibration
Mists or Gases
Mechanical Hazards
Chemical Hazards
Burn Hazards
Sharp Hazards
OSHA Categories
Category I Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue
Equipment and Tools
List Equipment used for job: Computer and other office equipment.
List Tools: Standard dental tools.
Travel
Local
In-State
Comments: Travel may be required for training.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
Completed Dental Assistant program from an accredited school, may substitute education with years of experience
Experience
Must have one year of recent Dental Assistant experience which includes training in dental radiology
Experience working with Alaska Native or American Indian people preferred.
License/Certification
Valid Alaska Driver License
Special Skills
Good oral and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Must be able to obtain IHS radiology certification within 30 days of hire.
Dentist (Part-Time or Full-Time)
indeed - Fairbanks, AK
This position provides comprehensive coordinated preventive dental services to an ethnically diverse patient populations across the lifespan.Minimum Qualifications:
Education
Dentist Licensed in the State of Alaska and DEA registration. Current certification in BLS.
Experience
Experience in dealing with medically underserved populations. Experience with Electronic Dental Records required; experience with Dentrix preferred. Two years post-graduate practice experience preferred.
Essential Functions:
Provides direct patient care to dental patients of the Interior Community Health Center.
Supervises, in conjunction with the Dental Director, dental assistants.
Coordinates services with clinic and community providers to ensure delivery of comprehensive dental care services.
Coordinates with Center’s and community’s providers to ensure delivery of integrated multidisciplinary comprehensive primary care services.
Participates in center’s continuous quality improvement systems and activities.
Assists with the center’s dental procedures and systems to assure compliance with federal laws, regulations and standards of practice, including, dental policies and procedures, OSHA, CLIA, patient care, employee health, coding and billing.
Remains current with standards of practice.
Participates in community meetings.
Participates in development of written collaborative and memorandums of agreement for Center’s and patient services.
Complies with corporation’s policies and procedures.
Utilizes personal computer.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to coordinate care with other medical, behavioral health and dental staff.
Knowledge of dental clinic operations.
Ability to support and work collaboratively with clinicians and administrators to oversee dental and business plan.
Basic computer skills to include proficiency with Electronic Dental Records.
Excellent oral and written communication, problem solving and negotiation skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work as successful integrated multi-disciplinary primary health care team.
Dental Assistant
indeed - Dillingham, AK
PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Provides chair-side assistance to dental providers in all phases of restorative, prosthodontic, surgical, endodontic, pediatric and periodontic treatment as provided in general dentistry. Has clinic maintenance and record keeping dutiesQUALIFICATIONS:
Must have High School diploma or equivalent.
Must have completed an Accredited Dental Assisting course Or 1 year of dental chairside experience.
Dental Assistant National Board Certificate (CDA) preferred but not required
Must be a self starter. Able to work without direct supervision.
Knowledge of dental instruments and medical/dental terminology.
Knowledge of basic computer skills
Must be able to complete Indian Health Service (his) x-ray competency evaluation.
Must be able to provide age- specific care to patients of all age levels
Must pay attention to detail and assume responsibility for tasks assigned.
Oral Surgeon
indeed - Anchorage, AK
Summary of Job Responsibilities:The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Oral Surgeon is responsible for a broad range of duties in the treatment of dental diseases.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited dental school.
Licensed as a Dentist in the State of Alaska for all non-intermittent positions.
Current license for intermittent positions or Commissioned Corps.
Completion of an approved residency training program required for specialty dentistry positions. Must be Board certified or Board eligible.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO and PALS as required for specialty and any certification relating to the scope of practice as required.
Employee Health Requirements
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of SCF employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs designated as a Health Care Personnel (HCP) position, requires that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
Education
Required
Doctorate or better in Dentistry
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Dental Specialist
Dentist
Basic Life Support BLS
Avcd Crdv Lfe Sppt ACLS
Deep Sed & Gen Anesth
DEA
Dental Assistant
indeed - Barrow, AK
Summary:Perform chair side assistance in all phases of general dentistry and performs clinical sterilization and maintenance.
Qualification:
Must be able to perform each essential job duty successfully and satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicant per Alaska State Law needs to be over 18 years of age.
Education/Certification/Licensure:
High School Diploma or general education degree(GED).
One to two years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and training preferred.
Completion of SSMH Dental Assistant Training or documentation of completion of another Dental Assistant Training Program required. Within 6 months of hire.
Current CPR Card, or successful certification/recertification within 6 months of hire.
Current SOA Coronal Polishing Certification or successful certification/recertification within 6 months of hire.
Essential Job Functions:
Receive patient, take vital signs, blood pressure and prepare the patient for dental work.
Record information related to the medical history of the patient and verbally informs the doctor if the patient has a medical problem or drug allergy.
Assist with patient data entry for the Dentrix system.
Perform traditional film and digital dental X-ray process including ability to take a full mouth series
Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
Assist Dental Provider at chair side as anticipated or required, in all phases of general dentistry.
Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration.
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instrument to treatment area; positioning instruments for provider’s access; suctioning; passing instruments.
Maintain the logbooks for the biological test for the autoclaves, assistant to-do list daily, weekly and monthly.
Perform office management tasks that often require the use of computer.
Perform Fluoride treatment, to include trays, Fluoride varnish, and rinses.
Provide oral hygiene instruction for adult and pediatric patients.
Perform coronal polishing under the supervision of a dentist or dental hygienist.
Communicate with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies) when needed.
Take, pour, trim, and construct devices from dental impressions.
Repair missing denture teeth and assist the doctor with repairing broken denture bases.
Travel to villages as assigned.
Assist and accompany the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist to the villages to provide dental services and for school dental activity programs
Maintain inventory, pack and manage the dental field equipment and supplies for the villages.
Arctic Slope Native Association, Ltd.: Exercises its rights in Native Hire Preference, Contracting/Subcontracting and Employment Practices applicable by law Is committed to maintaining a drug free, smoke free workplace.
Dentist
indeed - Bethel, AK
Position Description:Bethel Family Clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center located in Bethel, Alaska providing medical, dental, and behavioral health services. We are looking for a well-qualified applicant for the position of general dentist. Bethel is a rural town in the western part of Alaska that operates as the logistical hub of the much wider area called the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. People from many of the surrounding villages must travel to or through Bethel for their healthcare needs. A dentist at Bethel Family Clinic is responsible for providing high-quality, comprehensive dental care with a professional attitude and a willingness to help those in need. Bethel Family Clinic is a qualified work site for student load repayment programs such as NHSC and Alaska SHARP program.
Position Requirements:
Education: Successful completion of DDS or DMD degree program from a school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
Experience: At least 1 year of work experience preferred. Proficiency in endodontic treatment preferred.
Licenses, Certifications: Must be licensed and in good standing with the State of Alaska Board of Dentistry. Current BLS certification. Current DEA registration.
Specialized Skills: Good interpersonal, communication, and computer skills. Ability to work independently and problem solve
Physical Requirements: Must have good manual dexterity and ability to repeatedly work with hands and fingers on a daily basis; able to sit for extended periods while working with patients; able to bend and/or twist body.
Position Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Diagnose, treatment plan, and provide appropriate treatment to patients, including preventive, restorative, surgical, endodontic, periodontal, and prosthodontic treatment modalities
Provide patient education on oral health
Train the dental assistants and perform yearly competency tests on them in conjunction with the office manager. These competency tests will be filed in their HR file with their annual Performance Evaluation (done by the Office Manager).
Complete performance evaluations on the dental hygienist.
Communicate with the dental staff regarding patient treatment plans
Prescribe medications as necessary
Careful documentation of all medications, diagnoses, treatments, and consultations in electronic dental record
Demonstrate excellent communication skills and professional demeanor.
Write appropriate referrals to outside providers when indicated.
Supervisory:
Supervision of the work including all professional, technical and administrative dental staff. Organizational flow is as follows: Dentist – Dental Hygienist and Office Manager – Assistants will be directly supervised by the Office Manager.
Work Authorization:
BFC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other area protected by federal or state law. Individuals that need assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the Administration for BFC directly.
Employee must have the legal authorization to work in the U.S.
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