DENTAL ASSISTANT I (3777)

Schedule and coordinate patient appointments to maintain dental department efficiency and proper patient flow. Assist dentists at chairside during treatment and examinations using 4-handed dentistry while arranging instruments and supplies. Prepare patients for arrival, answer service questions, and deliver post-operative instructions. Perform dental laboratory work including fabricating and trimming models, maintain operatories, and requisition supplies. Record verbal observations on dental charts with strict accuracy and determine vital signs. Requires a valid radiation certification, typing skills, and attendance as scheduled. Supports a team-based, patient-centered care approach within a 501(c)(3) non-profit offering PSLF eligibility and comprehensive benefits.