
Dental Assistant with Radiology Certificate
- Roanoke, VA
- $25.00-27.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Prepares patients for dental procedures.
- Assists Dentist during dental procedures.
- Sterilizes or disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays and prepares materials.
- Records treatment information in patient records.
- Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
- Assists dentist in the management of medical or dental emergencies.
- Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
- Clean and polish removable appliances.
- Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
- Operates X-ray equipment only if holding a valid Radiology Certificate (see Qualifications)
- Adheres to OSHA guidelines regarding patient care, disposal of materials, and sterilization of equipment on a daily basis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently under direct supervision on a daily basis.
- Ability to use email, the internet and to learn other healthcare related software.
- Self starter attitude with the desire to deliver quality, thoughtful and attentive care.
- High School graduate or GED.
- Previous experience and/or externship experience required.
- Must possess a current Radiology Certificate (or equivalent credential) to operate X-ray equipment; certificate must be verifiable at the start of each shift
- Ability to stand, to bend, and to lift.
- Ability to transport patients in wheelchairs.
- Facility: Nursing Home or Assisted Living Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Assisted and Independent Care Facilities, and Continuing Care Retirement Centers.
- Facility Layout: Hallways, ramps, elevators, swinging doors, stairs.
- Equipment: Mobile chairs and mobile beds at the facilities.
- This is a daily travel position based on patient care requirements for the specified service area.