Dental Assistant Trainer

Description

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Job Title

Dental Assistant Trainer

Location

Fairbanks, AK, US

Organization Name

Dental

Job Summary

Job Summary: Incumbent will train dental assistants (DA’s) in the Tanana Chiefs Dental Clinic for possible employment with TCC, will assist in the orientation of newly hired DA’s or DA students fulfilling practicum requirements, and will train or check competency of other TCC DA staff as needed. Incumbent will be responsible for providing assistance to dental providers in all phases of general dentistry as needed. Incumbent will also travel in support of village dental care requirements.

Adhere to the TCC Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions: This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbent. Incumbent may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as needed. Representative Duties: Under direct supervision of the Dental Assistant Supervisor job incumbent will:

1. Be responsible for devising, reviewing, and updating as necessary training curriculum in accordance with Indian Health Services (IHS) standards of Dental Assisting.

2. Instruct dental assistant trainees, new employees, and practicum students in the following areas:

a. Dental Anatomy

b. Four handed dentistry

c. Chair side assisting

d. Dental instrument identification and use

e. Dental terminology

f. Recording intraoral dental examinations

g. Dental materials

h. Infection control

i. Sterilization of instruments

j. Radiology science and technique

k. Oral hygiene instruction and prevention

l. Sealant application

m. Dental practices, policies, techniques, and procedures.

n. Basic laboratory procedures.

3. Will serve as a dental assistant as needed in support of the clinic mission and will, while serving in this capacity, be subject to the position description of a Dental Assistant I.

4. Travel in support of village dental care to a minimum of four villages per year.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

2. Dental Certification from an accredited school of Dental Assisting.

3. Five years’ experience as a dental assistant (five years’ experience must be within the previous 7 years).

4. Must be a DAII within the IHS system with a minimum of one year experience working in the TCC Dental Department.

5. Must have a demonstrated aptitude for dental training experience within the previous year. This experience as a trainer must show the ability to successfully train peers and new employees in all phases of dental assisting.

6. Must have current CPR certification or be certified within thirty days of hire.

7. Must have current IHS Radiology certification or be certified within thirty days of hire.

8. Computer experience, including expertise in the use of Windows and MS Office applications.

9. Must have a minimum of one year experience working with Dentrix Enterprise software and be highly skilled in the use of Dentrix functions common to dental assisting.

10. Must be able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in the following function of Dentrix Enterprise: Dental Examination charting, Treatment needed, Multi-code usage, changing providers, switching between primary and permanent dentition, and entering Perio charting.

11. Must be proficient in completing and teaching each of following: sterilization of instruments, infection control, dental assisting techniques, recording of dental exams, experience in the taking of intraoral x-rays, (Panorex, bitewings, periapicals, endodontic x-rays, pediatric x-rays, Cephs and dental CT’s), ability to take impressions, pour and trim models, fabricate dental bite guards.

12. Must be current on all immunizations; Hep B and yearly PPD.

13. Must pass background check pursuant to federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Ability to adapt to a fast changing environment.

2. Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

3. Confident in providing dental assisting support during village travel.

4. Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

5. Knowledge of AAAHC and OSHA standards.

6. Knowledge of HIPAA and HITECH standards.

7. Comprehensive knowledge of the instruments, equipment, materials and standardized dental procedures used in general dentistry.

Supervision: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Supervision

Work Environment: Work is primarily in a clinical setting. There is common exposure to contagious diseases. Some degree or risk is also present in working with intoxicated or disturbed individuals. May be frequently exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials, which may result in possible exposure to blood borne pathogens. There may be risks when working with various dental materials (including mercury), and dental power equipment. Physical demands: Position requires long periods of sitting, standing, recurring bending, stooping, crouching, stretching, and reaching. Job incumbent must be able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds in support of village travel or other needs. May occasionally be required to assist in lifting or helping patients to an upright position. Must be able to work independently and effectively in a busy; sometimes stressful environment. Summation

Summary: Incumbent will instruct all Dental Assistant Trainees, new employees, practicum students, and current staff as needed. The incumbent must possess strong oral, written, facilitation, interpersonal and presentation skills to be successful in the delivery of a full range of techniques and skills during the development and presentation of training activities and instruction.