Dental Assistant

Perform a variety of technical duties to assist dentist in the examination and treatment of patients; perform related duties involved in the care and maintenance of dental instruments, equipment and supplies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist in the dental treatment of patients to include seating patients, providing dentist with instruments and equipment, and mixing filling and impression materials, chart examination and treatment results on patient's dental record.
2. Take and process x-rays
3. Counsel patients about preventative dental care and nutrition
4. Perform a variety of office management tasks
5. Operatory and instrument infection control
6. Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment for each patient
7. Organizing and laying out instruments for dentist's use
8. Handing instruments and other materials to dentist during procedures
9. Taking impressions of patients' teeth for casts
10. Using suction and swabs to keep patients' mouths clear and dry during procedures
11. Applying topical anesthetic to patients' mouths
12. Removing stitches
13. Make temporary crowns
14. Obtaining patients' dental records
15. Questioning patients about their medical history and recording the information for dentist's reference
16. Making patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
17. Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

The preceding list of essential functions and major responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Current, unencumbered State of Kansas or National Certified or Registered Dental Assistant Credentials, preferred.
2. CPR certification for Health Care Providers, required.
3. Current vaccination record meeting ACIP Healthcare Workers Recommendations
4. Graduate of accredited dental assisting program or at least 1 year of dental experience, preferred
5. Nitrous Oxide certification, preferred

Join our team at Konza Prairie Community Health Center and experience a workplace that truly values your well-being. We take pride in offering a comprehensive range of employee benefits designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Here's what you can expect:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Take advantage of our robust health plans to ensure you and your family's well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO accrual of up to 7.71 hours per pay period for a healthy work-life balance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: Secure your financial future with our retirement savings plan, complemented by employer contributions.
• Employee Discounts: Insured employees and their immediate family members can enjoy exclusive discounts when utilizing Konza's in-house medical, dental, and pharmacy services.
• Early Friday Closure: Konza clinics close at 2 pm every Friday, allowing you to kick off your weekend early.