Job Overview:

The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting patients and dental providers in the daily treatment of patients. Performs radiology functions as instructed, schedules office procedures, gives post-op instructions, sets up operatories, maintains equipment and triages patient phone calls and schedules patient for the dental clinic.
Specifically: -Assist in seating patients; obtain and record vital signs, chief complaint and medical information required for thorough evaluation by the physician under the guidelines of HIPPA Privacy Act and patient confidentiality standards.
Coordinate with external departments and agencies the acquisition of referrals, treatment plans, lab reports, imaging and pertinent medical records to facilitate a comprehensive and complete exam.

Job Requirements:

High School Degree in Allied Heath, Healthcare or related field

Up to 1 year experience in Clinical Allied Health, Dental Assisting

General computer use knowledge, Microsoft products, digital radiography

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Driver's License

Job Responsibilities:

Demonstrates high proficiency in assisting in dental/medical procedures

Exhibits a professional image and behavior toward patient and coworkers creating a positive and professional environment

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of clean and sterile procedures in the use of dental equipment

Accurately updates patients dental records and maintains confidentiality

Demonstrates flexibility and\or initiative in accepting or seeking additional assignments

Maintains a high level of efficient time management and organizational skills

Cares for patients with kindness, compassion and respect

Other Job-Related Information:

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Frequently
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs - Consistently
Lifting 50+ Lbs - Rarely
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Consistently
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Consistently
Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS...
* Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
* Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
* Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS...
* Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
* Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
* Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS...
* Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
* Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
* Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS...
* Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
* Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
* Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS...
* Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
* Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community