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CTHCA Dental AssistantNespelem - Nespelem, WA 99155Salary Range $27.16 - $33.08 Hourly Position Type Full TimePosition: Dental Assistant (Certified)Salary: $27.16 - $33.08/ hrReports To: Lead Dental AssistantLocation: Nespelem, WAClosing Date: Open Until Filled with Bi-weekly reviewThe Dental Assistant for the Colville Tribal Healthcare Authority provides responsive, high quality dental care services that meet the needs of all users at their assigned location. The Dental Assistant will perform their job duties in a professional manner while assuring that all the needs of the patients are met with a pleasant demeanor. The Dental Assistant works closely with dentists and other dental staff to provide efficient and compassionate patient care and to maintain a clean, safe, and organized dental environment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is requiredCompletion of an accredited Dental Assistant program or equivalent education and training preferredCurrent Dental Assistant certification/registration or other credentials as required by applicable regulations and organizational requirementsHIPAA and Privacy training within 90 days of employmentBlood borne pathogen training annuallyCPR/First Aid within initial 90 (ninety) days of hireAbility to understand, speak, communicate and read the English languageAbility to utilize RPMS and EHR proficientlyKnowledge of dental terminology, instruments, equipment, procedures, and infection control practicesRequires ability to utilize a multi-line telephone with good telephone etiquetteProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentialityWell-developed human relation skills to convey technical concepts to others and to give instructionsAbility to communicate technical information and to interact with a wide variety of groups and individuals inside and outside the organizationAbility to plan, organize, and prioritize work processes in a high-volume environment in order to meet schedules and timelinesAbility to accurately document patient information and maintain complete and timely recordsAbility to work effectively as a member of a dental healthcare teamAbility to communicate professionally in written, verbal, and non-verbal format while portraying a friendly tone, word choice, and body languageAbility to take initiative and be proactive in the duties of the position in order to meet mandated deadlines and to comply with goals and objectivesNote: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver's license and be eligible for the Tribes' Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.
Worksite address
nespelem, WA, 99155, US
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