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Aptive Resources lists this Dental Assistant (Contract) opportunity in orlando, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Dental Assistant – Orlando VA Healthcare System (Contract)The Dental Assistant supports VA dentists in direct patient care for eligible Veterans, performing clinical and clerical functions of increasing complexity independently under general administrative supervision. The role requires competency in four-handed dentistry and assisting with specialty procedures including oral surgery, periodontal therapy, endodontics, prosthodontics, and implant placement and restoration.Chairside assisting: set up and turn over operatories/surgery suites; pass instruments safely and efficiently; keep the operative field clear and retract oral tissue; prepare dental medicaments and impression materials; assist in routine and specialized procedures (oral maxillofacial surgery, endodontics, surgical periodontics)Dental imaging: produce diagnostic-quality, accurately oriented and exposed images using radiation safety techniques while minimizing retakesInfection control and sterilization: follow infection control protocols for operatory setup/cleanup and imaging; prepare instruments for sterilization per SPD standards without delaying clinical care; maintain and document reusable medical equipment per facility policyDirect patient care: suture and periodontal dressing removal; diagnostic and preliminary prosthetic impressions; temporary crown/bridge removal, recementation, and fabrication; coronal polishing; rubber dam and matrix band placement; post-operative patient educationPatient safety: verify patient identification and participate in time-outs per Joint Commission requirements; monitor patient condition during treatment and during/after moderate sedation (BP, pulse, EKG, pulse oximetry); adapt care to patient age and abilitiesDental laboratory functions: pour impressions and prepare study models; make final denture impression trays and prepare bite rimsClerical support: schedule appointments; help fill schedule gaps from cancellations/no-shows; assist the dentist in charting findings and treatment plans; other administrative duties as assigned by the Chief of Dental ServicesCustomer service and information management: courteous, patient-centered service; maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and VA computer security regulationsSuccessful completion of a one-year dental assistant program accredited by the ADA Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)Minimum one (1) year of experience as a dental assistantCompetency in four-handed dentistry and assisting with specialty procedures (oral surgery, periodontal therapy, endodontics, prosthodontics, implants)Dental Radiological Certificate (required)Current BLS and CPR certificationFluency in spoken and written EnglishNegative TB test (TST or IGRA) current within the past year; chest x-ray if positiveProof of immunity: MMR and Varicella; proof of Tdap vaccinationAnnual influenza vaccination (or mask requirement during flu season if contraindicated)Hepatitis B vaccination series and bloodborne pathogen trainingCompletion of VA-required training (VA privacy/information security, HIPAA, annual dental radiology training, CPRS orientation)Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies.Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector. Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management.Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class. Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.
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orlando, FL, 32801, US
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