DENTAL ASSISTANT

$53,358 - $56,367/Yr

City Of Cincinnati - Cincinnati, OH

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Cincinnati, OH

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Dental Assistant position at the City of Cincinnati involves providing advanced intra-oral dental tasks and clinical support essential for the operation of a dental clinic. The role requires performing various dental procedures, assisting dentists during treatments, and ensuring a clean and organized work environment. The Dental Assistant will also be responsible for patient communication and education, as well as maintaining dental equipment and instruments.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced intra-oral dental tasks during examination and treatment of patients.
• Perform clinical support functions essential for the operation of a dental clinic.
• Assist dentists or dental hygienists during dental treatment with direct four-handed assistance.
• Maintain instruments and equipment used in examination and treatment of dental patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providing oral hygiene instructions and explaining procedures.
• Record examination findings and treatment on patients' charts.
• Expose, process, and mount dental radiographs.
• Keep dental operatories clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain instruments in treatment trays.
• Assist with clinic inventory and ensure that laboratory work has been returned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent plus training or three years of experience as a chairside Dental Assistant.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Dental Assistant Radiographer License from the Ohio State Dental Board.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a public health and/or a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $53,358.26 - $56,366.72 annually.
• Health insurance options including 80/20 PPO, HDHP with HSA, and Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
• Basic life insurance policy paid by the City.
• Flexible benefits plans including Healthcare and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts.
• Retirement plan participation in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS).
• Deferred compensation plan with annual match up to $750.
• 11 paid holidays annually.