Dental Assistant Job at The Personnel Board of Jefferson County
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County Jefferson County, AL
ATTENTION Merit System Employees: Do not apply through this site.
Grade 11
CLOSE DATE
SUMMARY
Dental Assistants in the Merit System assist dentists or dental hygienists chair-side during dental procedures. This could include performing a variety of tasks such as mixing materials, sterilizing instruments and equipment, and preparing patients for dental treatment in health department dental clinics, trailers or related mobile dental programs. Individuals in this position are also required to handle front desk duties that include scheduling appointments, creating and updating dental records, completing billing tasks, and ordering supplies and materials. Work is performed within well defined protocols, policies and procedures under the immediate supervision of a Senior Dental Hygienist or Dentist. Work is reviewed through observation, accuracy and annual performance review.
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
- Schedules appointments and completes patient registration by entering patient’s information into the computer system in order to create or update dental records.
- Performs front office procedures such as billing for dental services, placing payment requisitions, collecting payments from patients, and placing orders for dental supplies.
- Performs patient interviews and assessments, including documentation of dental/oral health history and current oral health status.
- Cleans outpatient rooms, outreach clinics, or other patient areas as well as cleaning and sanitizing dental tools and equipment used in dental procedures.
- Sets up and prepares outpatient rooms, outreach clinics or other patient areas, and performs inventory checks and stocking supplies.
- Assists Dentist with procedures or treatments (e.g., four-handed Dentistry).
- Maintains and provides professional expertise through continued education, observation and instruction of students, and sharing knowledge and services offered with the community.
**If you applied within the past 30 days, you
DO NOT have to reapply.**
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
OPTION A:
OPTION A:
- Possession of a certificate from a CODA accredited dental assisting program.
- Experience utilizing an electronic dental records software program (Dentrix, Eagle Soft, etc.) for the purposes of charting and/or registration of new patients (i.e., intake, insurance verification, payments, etc.).
- Experience exposing and developing digital radiographs (X-rays).
OPTION B:
- Completion of at least 10 months of a dental assisting program.
- Experience utilizing an electronic dental records software program (Dentrix, Eagle Soft, etc.) for the purposes of charting and/or registration of new patients (i.e., intake, insurance verification, payments, etc.).
- Experience exposing and developing digital radiographs (X-rays).
OPTION C:
- Experience as a dental assistant or dental hygienist where you have performed the following types of work or activities: assisting a dentist with variety of procedures (operative, prosthetic, extractions, endodontic, pedodontic, orthodontic, and/or periodontic), familiar with chair set up materials, armamentarium set up for a variety of procedures, infection control procedures, utilization of autoclave sterilization equipment, etc.
- Experience utilizing an electronic dental records software program (Dentrix, Eagle Soft, etc.) for the purposes of charting and/or registration of new patients (i.e., intake, insurance verification, payments, etc.).
- Experience exposing and developing digital radiographs (X-rays).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- One year or more experience assisting with pediatric dentistry procedures.
- One year or more experience assisting with oral surgery procedures.
- One year or more experience assisting with endodontic procedures.
- Experience verifying insurance and submitting dental claims.
- Front desk experience (answering calls, registering patients, cash handling, etc.).
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability & Flexibility.
- Computer & Technology Operations.
- Heavy Equipment & Vehicle Use.
- Leadership & Management.
- Learning & Memory. Oral Communication & Comprehension.
- Planning & Organizing.
- Problem Solving & Decision Making.
- Professionalism & Integrity.
- Psychomotor Abilities.
- Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing.
- Self-Management & Initiative.
- Small Tool & Equipment Use.
- Teamwork & Interpersonal.
- Technical & Job-Specific Knowledge.
- Technical Skills.
- Written Communication & Comprehension.
CRITICAL KNOWLEDGES:
- Knowledge of the names of the teeth and various surfaces of the tooth.
- Knowledge of the appropriate set-up of different types of medical equipment based on procedure or examination being performed.
- Knowledge of specialized sterilization and sanitization techniques and practices used in hospitals and medical institutions to prevent contamination and the spread of disease.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in an office setting.
- Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.
- Work involves use of dental tools and equipment necessary for the care and/or diagnosis of dental patients.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking or standing.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Persons requiring special conditions to accommodate a disability when completing the application should contact the Personnel Board at 205-279-3500 before the announcement closing date. Qualified applicants who believe they will need reasonable accommodation in the examination process should complete and submit an Accommodation Request Form. You may obtain an Accommodation Request Form by contacting our ADA Ombudsperson at ADAO@pbjcal.org, or by accessing the "Request for Accommodation" form through the following website:
http://www.pbjcal.org/
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best qualified persons available. The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employment decisions are made by the Merit System municipality or governmental agency in which the position exists. Each Merit System municipality, agency, or jurisdiction administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and/or federal laws and regulations.
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