"Registered Dental Assistant I"

Extended Job Title

Registered Dental Assistant I

Position Description

Under direct supervision, supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments and materials. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

Requisition ID

41848BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions

• Assist dentist or hygienist at chair side.
• Administer Plaque Index test and provides oral hygiene instructions to patients.
• Gathers charts, equipment and supplies in a timely manner for use during dental appointments.
• Practices infection control procedures according to policy guidelines in Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Exposes and develops dental x-rays; will be proficient with the use of the EVAsoft Dental Imaging Software.
• Counts instruments and sharps and maintains logs of use.
• Documents information into dental record of care; will assist with the typing of the doctor's patient treatment notes for inclusion into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Answers routine questions and refers others to the dentist.
• Takes vital signs and records information in record prior to invasive procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Aligns with Values Based Culture.

About Managed Care

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Will discuss during interview

Work Location

Abilene

Department

Abilene Robertson Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

High School or equivalent. One (1) year of related experience or completion of an approved dental assistant course is required. Dental Assistant registry with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.