This is an on-call position, 20 hours per week.At Terry Reilly, we believe we are successful when we have a healthy, thriving community. This is accomplished as a result of our mission-driven and talented team.We provide integrated care throughout the Treasure Valley with our medical, dental, and behavioral health services - allowing our employees the unique ability to experience several disciplines of health care. It is important to us that our staff is given a healthy work-life balance, so we support and value your time in and out of the office. We also provide our employees with excellent benefits including options for low-cost healthcare.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIESPerform fourhanded dentistry, and explain treatment plans and procedures to patients, including treatment costs. Maintain set-up and break-down procedures for each patient encounter. Complete instrument sterilization of the clinic and maintain inventory of clinic supplies. Assist in ordering supplies and proper equipment maintenance, take radiographs, and perform expanded duties according to certification, per the . Maintain infection control policies and procedures.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Considerable manual dexterity to pass instruments to the dentist, sufficient mobility to perform assigned essential duties, and the willingness and ability to perform all dental assisting duties as described in the Idaho State Board of Dentistry Dental Assistant Practice (see hyperlink under General Responsibilities) and including radiographs and the use of nitrous oxide.
Willing and able to carry equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Knowledge and training in general dental assisting duties, along with, endodontic, oral surgery, crown and bridge, and prosthetic dentistry.
Ability to work with the public and have good communication skills.
Expanded Functions Certification.
Flexibility to work with different providers/locations proficiently.
Graduated from a Dental Assistant Program or comparable training and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Terry Reilly Health Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
