Dental Assistant I

$6,000 Sign-on Bonus! At Chiricahua Community Health Centers Inc.
, our vision is simple yet profound: Health for All.
We believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare.
As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we are committed to serving underserved and vulnerable populations.
Our mission is rooted in a strong commitment to caring for patients and building healthy communities.
We envision a future where every individual has access to quality healthcare and where communities thrive with optimal well-being.
What We Provide You: Excellent medical, dental, vision insurance Competitive Pay 10 Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off Company Paid Life, Short-term and Long-term Disability 403(b) plan and company match What You Provide Us: Prepares, processes, and mounts intra-oral and panoramic radiographs.
Assists provider in examination of patients and gives instructions as directed by provider.
Fills out all appropriate and necessary paperwork as well as ensures patient and provider signatures on paperwork.
Completes necessary documentation in patients EDR and EHR chart.
Maintains updated treatment plans for patients.
Takes preliminary impressions and/or prepares models.
Cleans, stocks, and prepares operatory stations between patients.
Performs sterilization of instruments and equipment in a timely manner.
Complies with infection control policies and protocols.
Acts as a liaison between providers and other care givers.
Processes referrals and sends Prior authorization tasks.
Calls and schedules patients for follow up services from laboratories.
Ensures operation of dental equipment by reporting equipment malfunctions and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Duties listed identify responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of this position and not meant as an all-inclusive list.
Must Haves: High School Diploma or GED.
Dental Assistant Diploma from an accredit school.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
X-Ray Certification (signed up by 90 days of hire date and certified within 6 months of hire).
Coronal Polish Certification (signed up by 90 days of hire date and certified within 6 months of hire).
Driver's License and Proof of Insurance may be required if requesting mileage reimbursement.
Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.