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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Examines diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, malformations, and dysfunctional disorders of the oral cavity and its associated structures; Examines patients to determine nature of condition, by interpreting radiographs and diagnostic tests to determine type and extent of dental diseases and disabilities or dysfunctions; Evaluates findings and prescribes treatment; Refers non-dental problems to appropriate medical specialty; Restores health and function of carious, fractured, and otherwise defective teeth; Cleans, fills, extracts, and replaces teeth; Provides preventive dental service to patients, such as applications of fluoride and sealants to teeth, and education in oral and dental hygiene; Provides routine periodontal, oral surgery endodontic, and prosthodontic treatment commensurate with training; Provides consultation services; Directs dental program activities; Formulates and implements procedures for operation of dental services; Coordinates dental activities with medical providers; Instructs dental hygienists and assistant in daily activities of the dental program; Managers and administers dental policies and procedures; Provides guidance for the implementation of comprehensive dental program to continuously improve prevention and treatment of dental disease and to assure that program is fiscally sound and cost efficient; Supports the education of dental hygiene students and dental assistant students and other healthcare personnel by serving as preceptor, role model and mentor; Participate in risk assessment and risk management activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: May occasionally become crowded. Requires, bending, sitting lifting. May be kicked, bit or scratched by resistant children. Must be able to tolerate screaming, crying and other hysterical behavior by pediatric patients. Position exposed to Bloodbourne Pathogens including HIV and Hepatitis. All clinical staff is encouraged to receive the Hepatitis B Vaccinations (offered by CWWCHC free of charge) and Tetanus Toxoid.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
Doctorate of Dental Surgery or a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from an American Dental Association accredited college or university; Licensed in the State of North Carolina
Ability to communicate clearly with patients; Excellent surgical skills; Some computer skills

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
Position requires interaction with patients, families, social workers, physicians, mid-level providers, referral clerks, nursing staff, front office staff and others.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS:
Position is exposed to confidential patient information, correspondence and reports. All staff is expected to adhere to the Center’s confidentiality policy as stated in the Employee Handbook.

SKILLS:
1. Good interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly with patients.

2. Excellent clinical skills.

3. Excellent computer skills

4. The ability to work independently, and handle multiple priorities and tasks.

5. The ability to work effectively with persons of varying degrees of education and professional expertise in a multi-disciplinary team setting.

6. Clinical background and 1-5 years’ experience is desirable.

EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE

7. Dental license in the State of North Carolina

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
1. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations essential.

2. Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.

3. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.

ABILITY TO FUNCTION INDEPENDENTLY

1. Acts in patient’s best interest of the Agency, Patients and Staff without waiting for direction.

2. Available and able to respond to patient crises – can identify and assess the situation and diffuse as appropriate.

Are you a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is seeking a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team in providing high-quality comprehensive dental care to underserved populations. As part of our mission-driven organization, you’ll have the opportunity to serve patients who may not otherwise have access to essential dental services. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment and the chance to be part of a collaborative team dedicated to improving the dental health and well-being of all individuals. Join us in making a difference and advancing dental health equity for all!
Job Summary: Responsible for administrating comprehensive dental hygiene care to all patients. Assessing and properly treating Periodontal disease. Assistant to the Dentist when needed. Manages recall system. Participates in required meetings. Must be a team player.
Clinical Setting:
General Dentistry
Education/Experience: BA/BS Degree with two years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program. License to practice dental hygiene in the state of North Carolina.
Licensure: Licensed RDH
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, email/internet and ability to learn other healthcare related software.
Patient Population Served: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric Diverse Populations
Physical Demands/Working Conditions: Requires full range of body motion and finder dexterity. Eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and sitting for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids. Exposure to conditions common to a dental clinic environment.
Job Performance Standards: Job Knowledge: Competent in the practice of dental hygiene. Acceptance of the principles of the community health care: commitment to serve patients regardless of their ability to pay. Commitment to practice health promotion and disease prevention. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient population and dental team members. Organized and detail-oriented with good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to think critically and solves problems that may rise in the dental area.
United Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION PURPOSE:
Promotes dental health by completing dental prophylaxis; providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies; charting conditions of decay and disease; and performing procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act. The position will participate in QI activities as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Prepares treatment room for patients by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patients for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patients.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments.
• Select materials and equipment for dental hygiene visits by evaluating patients’ oral health.
• Completes dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits and stains from teeth and from beneath gum margins.
• Detects disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums; using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession; exposing and developing radiographic studies.
• Apply fluoride and other preventive agents.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs and oxygen supply, and directory of emergency numbers.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions, providing reminders of the time of the next dental hygiene visit.
• Documents dental hygiene services by recording vital signs and medical dental histories; charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Place periodontal dressings.
• Perform vitality tests.
• Carve amalgams.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene or Certificate in Dental Hygiene. Registered Dental Hygienist required.
SKILLS/ABILITIES: The individual must possess knowledge of and the ability to use basic dental office equipment and instrumentation. Knowledge of current sterilization and infection control procedures. Must possess current CPR certification. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and work in a team environment.

Purpose of the Job: Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries and malformations of teeth and gums. Treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. Prescribe and fit dental prosthetics.

Tasks

1. Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment

2. Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures and provide preventive or corrective services

3. Analyze or evaluate dental needs to determine changes or trends in patterns of dental disease

4. Formulate plan of treatment for patients’ teeth and mouth tissue

5. Advise and instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, and oral health care services

6. Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during dental procedures

7. Perform oral or periodontal surgical procedures using surgical instruments

8. Remove diseased dental/oral tissue using surgical instruments

9. Fill removed dental tissue with appropriate materials (e.g., amalgam/porcelain fillings)

10. Eliminate irritating margins of fillings and correct obstructions using dental instruments

11. Treat exposure of pulp by pulp capping, removal of pulp from pulp chamber or root canal

12. Fill pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials

13. Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications

14. Write fabrication instructions or prescriptions for dental prosthetics or appliances, such as bridges and dentures

15. Fit dental prosthetics/ appliances

16. Use air turbine and hand instruments, dental appliances and surgical implements

17. Provide clinical supervision to the Registered Dental Hygienists.

18. Provide after-hours telephone coverage on a rotating basis.

19. Participate in quality improvement activities, including development of clinical forms and protocols and attendance at quality assurance/quality improvement meetings.

20. Occasionally, other appropriate duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualities

This job requires:

1. Concern for Others, i.e., being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job

2. Integrity, i.e., being honest and ethical

3. Organization, i.e., approaching tasks in a logical and sequential manner, minimizing confusion, and avoiding inconsistencies

4. Dependability, i.e., being reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations

5. Self-Control, i.e., maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior—even in difficult situations

6. Stress Tolerance, i.e., accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations

7. Achievement, i.e., establishing and maintaining personally challenging goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks

8. Attention to Detail, i.e., being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks

9. Adaptability/Flexibility, i.e., being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace

10. Cooperation, i.e., being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude

11. Social Orientation, i.e., preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job

Abilities

This job requires:

Oral Expression, i.e., communicating information and ideas through speech so others will understand

Oral Comprehension, i.e., listening and understanding information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Speech Clarity, i.e., speaking clearly so others can understand

Speech Recognition, i.e., identifying and understand the speech of another person

Written Comprehension, i.e., reading and understanding information and ideas presented in writing

Written Expression, i.e., communicating information and ideas in writing so others will understand

Problem Sensitivity, i.e., telling when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong—it does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem

Deductive Reasoning, i.e., applying general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense

Inductive Reasoning, i.e., combining pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events)

Near Vision, i.e., seeing details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)

Manual Dexterity, i.e., moving your hand quickly, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects

Finger Dexterity, i.e., making precisely coordinate movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects

Work Context

This job requires:

Frequent use of computers, electronic databases, electronic mail, and telephones

High level of accuracy, with the consequence of error being very serious

High level of responsibility for the health and safety of others

Moderate level of structure, with high level of independent decision-making

High frequency of decision-making
Substantial time pressures (e.g., deadlines)

Low level of competitive pressure

Moderate responsibility for the work of others

Continuous contact with patients, co-workers, and outside parties

Frequent face-to-face discussion with individuals and groups

Infrequent conflict situations or possibility of having to deal with unpleasant/angry people

Performing tasks in close proximity to other people

Regular and consistent wear/use of personal protective equipment

Spending the majority of work time indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions

Equal amounts of work time moving around, standing up, and sitting down

Education: Doctoral degree from an accredited university/ college in dental surgery (DDS) or dental medicine (DMD)

Training: Satisfactory completion of professional education clinical rotations

Work Experience: None

Licenses: Current and unrestricted license to practice dentistry in North Carolina

Dental Assistant II
Full-time Regular

Title: Dental Assistant II

Reports To: Dental Practice Manager

Direct Reports: None

Classification/Category: Clinical Level I

Workgroup(s): Dental Team

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $17.92 – $22.42

Stipend(s): NA

Status: Hourly

Summary of Position

Responsible for assisting dentists and hygienists, maintaining cleanliness of the operatories and equipment, taking and processing dental radiographs.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)ommitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external customers. Able to travel to other RCCHC sites. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma
Graduate of accredited Dental Assisting Curriculum or at least 3,000 hours of full time experience
Radiograph Certification, Sealant Certification, Coronal Polishing Certification, Infection Control Certification, current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, Sterilization and Infection Control 3 hour course, and Dental Office Emergencies 3 hour course
Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certification preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Communication in Spanish and English with patients and family members of various educational, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds is highly preferred.
Possess the skills required to effectively perform all Essential Functions listed below in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

Ensure the safety of all staff and patients with regard to Blood and Air Borne Pathogen exposures including the prevention, mitigation, identification and timely and appropriate response to potential exposures.
Prepare patient for the dentist including complete medical history review, note chief complaint in chart, take blood pressure and document
Expose and develop radiographs, according to standard protocols and/or dentist orders.
Assist dentist during oral exam and treatment.
Maintain dental instruments and equipment
Clean and maintain the dental operatories, sterilization and lab areas.
Stock operatories with adequate supplies at end of each day and as needed.
Assist dental hygienist when necessary and feasible.
Perform front desk duties in absence of dental office assistant or as directed by Dental Director.
Pour impressions and trim models.
Fabricate custom trays and bite rims.
Responsible for purchase orders and ordering of monthly expendable supplies, as directed.
Participate in continuing education on and off site as appropriate and feasible.
Apply sealants to teeth as designated by the dentist.
Polish teeth following prophylaxis of teeth by the dentist and give oral hygiene instructions to patients.
Take alginate impressions as designated by the dentist.
Fabricate temporary crowns and pack gingival string for crown impressions.

Other job duties may be required that are not listed above.

Registered Dental Hygienist
Full-time Regular
Corporate, Ahoskie, NC, US

Title: Registered Dental Hygienist

Reports To: Dental Practice Manager

Direct Reports: None

Classification/Category: Dental I

Workgroup(s): None

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $35.89 – $42.10

Stipend(s): None

Status: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position

Promote dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies, charting conditions of decay and disease, performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)omitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external custons or related charges. Able to travel to other RCCHC site. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Ability to navigate and enter data into an EHR

Computer to the communities we serve.

Ability to navigate and enter data into an EHR
Computer usage/windows literacy
Microsoft word/excel or equivalent

Education: Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited Dental Hygiene program

Experience: Two (2) years’ experience preferred but not required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Certification(s)/Licensure:

North Carolina Dental Hygiene License
Current CPR (BLS) required.
Current and unencumbered license to practice dental hygiene in the State of North Carolina.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of clinical dental hygiene
Thorough knowledge of dental terminology and dental science
Knowledge of community-based dental environment
Knowledge of medications related to dentistry
Familiarity with dental anatomy and pathology to the extent of being able to recognize simple types of oral conditions

Essential Functions

Supports the Mission, Value and Vision of Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center.
Is accountable to ensure patient rights and ensures an environment that promotes the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, reports and/or corrects unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee, and operations data.
Quality Improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to prove a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Supports and participates in common teamwork:
Cooperates and works together with all care team members, plans, and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgement.
Remain calm and poised in urgent or stressful situations.
Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, care team members or patients regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns
Promotes positive public relations with patients, visitors, and the community
Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform, and dress codes including personal hygiene.
Ability to work with persons from a wide diversity of social, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
Effectively and efficiently completes all duties as assigned.
Responsible for knowing and following all dental policies and procedures, including documenting all patient interactions in EHR timely.
Provide prophylactic care and preventative care to include topical fluoride varnish and application of occlusal sealants.
Provide oral hygiene education to patients, on an individual basis and in groups when feasible and appropriate.
Exposes and develops radiographs.
Develops education programs with the Chief Dental Officer/Dental Director
Percepts dental hygiene students assigned to Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center or in conjunction with dental outreach programs.
Participates in continuing education on and off site as feasible and appropriate.
Perform sterilization of dental instruments and dental equipment.
May be required to work multiple locations.
Strict adherence to all Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center, HIPAA, HRSA, State, Federal and accreditation agency rules, and regulations.
Hygiene recall system
Dental prior authorization
Additional job duties are required.

Title: Dentist

Reports To: Chief Dental Officer

Direct Reports: Dental Practice Manager, Dental Hygienist, School Based Coordinator

Classification/Category: Dental

Workgroup(s): None

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $154,050.93 – $197,283.57

Stipend(s): $50/monthly for cell phone

Status: Exempt

Summary of Position

Responsible for the oversight and coordination of the dental plan, dental activities, day-to-day operation of oral health services and the resident program.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)ommitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external customers. Ability to gather and synthesize information. Must be void of any drug convictions or related charges. Able to travel to other RCCHC site. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Education/Experience:

Graduation from an accredited dental school
Graduation from an accredited residency program preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Certification(s)/Licensure:

Current and unencumbered license to practice dentistry in the State of North Carolina
Valid DEA certificate
Board certified or Board eligible in primary specialty
Current CPR certification

Knowledge:

Previous general dentist experience desired, but not required
Principles, practices and regulations governing clinical dentistry
Blood borne pathogen regulations and standard precautions sufficient to be able to protect self and others from infectious diseases
Radiation Safety Protection Program and how to implement the standards associated with ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable).

Skills:

Requires a comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings.
Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern dentistry as related to community health organizations.
Using diagnostic and therapeutic equipment sufficient to be able to administer care to patients.
Applying and interpreting applicable laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.

Abilities:

Ability to listen, write legibly and speak clearly
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with patients, co-workers and other medical providers and vendors
Ability to relate with people of different ethnic origins, economic status, religious affiliations or practices, and gender orientation
Ability to navigate and enter data into an electronic health record

Essential Functions

Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center.
Is accountable to ensure patient rights and ensures an environment that promotes the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
Safety including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, reports and/or corrects unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
Quality improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Supports and participates in common teamwork:
Cooperates and works together with all care team members, plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgement.
Remains calm and poised in urgent or stressful situations.
Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, care team members or patients regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
Promotes positive public relations with patients, visitors and the community.
Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene.
Ability to work with persons from a wide diversity of social, ethnic and economic backgrounds.
Effectively and efficiently completes all duties as assigned.
Provides dental services to Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center patients; which may include hygiene, radiology, etc.
Oversees all dental services scheduling and related patient services.
Directs supervision of Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants.
Follows QI plan.
Services on relevant national and/or local boards and committees as needed
Enters data accurately and timely into an electronic health record.
Strictly adheres to all Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center, HIPAA, HRSA, State, Federal and accreditation agency rules and regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Skills Required:
Support dental care delivery by preparing the treatment room, patients, instruments and procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.
Provide general assistance to Dentist.
Sterilizes instruments, charts dental anomalies and maintains electronic dental records.

Qualifications:
Graduation from High School supplemented by courses in Dental Assisting, or completion of formal Dental Assisting training required.
Completion of a certified course in dental radiology, NC Board of Dentists, G.S. 90-29 (c) (12) required.
One to three years of experience as a Dental Assistant or formal training in lieu of experience required.

Title: Dental Assistant II

Reports To: Dental Practice Manager

Direct Reports: None

Classification/Category: Clinical Level I

Workgroup(s): Dental Team

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $17.92 – $22.42

Stipend(s): NA

Status: Hourly

Summary of Position

Responsible for assisting dentists and hygienists, maintaining cleanliness of the operatories and equipment, taking and processing dental radiographs.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)ommitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external customers. Able to travel to other RCCHC sites. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma
Graduate of accredited Dental Assisting Curriculum or at least 3,000 hours of full time experience
Radiograph Certification, Sealant Certification, Coronal Polishing Certification, Infection Control Certification, current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, Sterilization and Infection Control 3 hour course, and Dental Office Emergencies 3 hour course
Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certification preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Communication in Spanish and English with patients and family members of various educational, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds is highly preferred.
Possess the skills required to effectively perform all Essential Functions listed below in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

Ensure the safety of all staff and patients with regard to Blood and Air Borne Pathogen exposures including the prevention, mitigation, identification and timely and appropriate response to potential exposures.
Prepare patient for the dentist including complete medical history review, note chief complaint in chart, take blood pressure and document
Expose and develop radiographs, according to standard protocols and/or dentist orders.
Assist dentist during oral exam and treatment.
Maintain dental instruments and equipment
Clean and maintain the dental operatories, sterilization and lab areas.
Stock operatories with adequate supplies at end of each day and as needed.
Assist dental hygienist when necessary and feasible.
Perform front desk duties in absence of dental office assistant or as directed by Dental Director.
Pour impressions and trim models.
Fabricate custom trays and bite rims.
Responsible for purchase orders and ordering of monthly expendable supplies, as directed.
Participate in continuing education on and off site as appropriate and feasible.
Apply sealants to teeth as designated by the dentist.
Polish teeth following prophylaxis of teeth by the dentist and give oral hygiene instructions to patients.
Take alginate impressions as designated by the dentist.
Fabricate temporary crowns and pack gingival string for crown impressions.

Other job duties may be required that are not listed above.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINATION: Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases related to the Delta variant (and possibly other strains), increased hospitalization and ICU utilization and guidance/mandates from applicable authorities, including the state and federal government, Lincoln Community Health Center has instituted a mandatory vaccination requirement for all employees as a condition of employment. This requires all new hires to be “fully vaccinated” within 30 days of their applicable start date. “Fully vaccinated” currently means (a) 2 weeks after your second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or (b) 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. Your vaccination status will need to be confirmed by providing proof of vaccination in a form satisfactory to Lincoln Community Health Center after an applicant receives a conditional offer of employment. Lincoln Community Health Center has a process for receiving and evaluating vaccination exemption requests due to medical contraindication, disability, and sincerely held religious beliefs under applicable law. An applicant seeking such an exemption should contact Human Resources to initiate that process no later than two (2) business days after receiving a conditional offer of employment. All information regarding vaccination status will be maintained in confidence in accordance with applicable law. Our policies on vaccination requirements and related COVID-19 protocols are subject to change based on changes in the law and applicable regulations, state and federal guidance, and trends within North Carolina and our local communities.

Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc. (LCHC), mission is to provide primary and preventive health care in a courteous, professional, and personalized manner.

Key requirements for any position are our “Core Values”:
•Courtesy
•Respect
•Quality
•Accessibility
•Teamwork
•Continuous Improvement

LCHC provides comprehensive, high-quality primary health care to our patients regardless of ability to pay. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide health care to all members of our community, including low income, uninsured patients and diverse communities. We screen potential employees to first ensure alignment with our key requirements followed by the requisite position skills set. In doing so staff must be committed to the mission who do their best to live and work the characteristics of our core values as we strive to care for ever increasing members of the communities we serve. Understanding that each individual is unique and recognizing our individual differences.

We believe that diversity and inclusion is critical and promotes our commitment to serving the Durham community.

DENTIST
Full Time/Part Time

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY
Provides professional dental and referral services; diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries of the hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. Counsels’ patients on preventive care and hygienic practices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Thorough knowledge of dentistry. Ability to perform effective patient care. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other staff members.

DDS from an approved school of dentistry. If practicing in a specialty field, must have specialty board certification. Must be licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina.

CLOSING DATE
Open Until Filled

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