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Supervisor Dental Assistant-KHC-LaveenPosition Summary: Assists the dentist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients. Supervises daily operational activities of dental clinical assistants to ensure a smooth flow of patients and an efficient clinical workflow, compliant with all applicable standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Performs all duties of a Dental Assistant as required.Critical Tasks:Plans, schedules, and supervises daily work distribution for dental assistants, monitoring staff attendance and work hours.Coordinates patient inflow and outflow throughout the dental clinic to ensure an effective workflow for staff.Supervises and reviews completed assignments for adherence with established quality and completion standards.Reviews performance of assistants and aides and prepares and presents annual performance evaluations.Identifies and recommends additional training or educational opportunities as appropriate based on assessed staff skills and performance levels.Supports clinical operations by working closely with Dental Assistants in general dentistry and specialty areas.Advises Dental Manager of any ongoing deficiency issues.Works with Materials Management to coordinate procurement and distribution of dental supplies. Initiates requisitions for dental supplies to ensure adequate supply levels.Reviews and completes time records to ensure proper documentation of attendance and leave requests.Works closely with staff to identify and resolve issues and concerns.Provides dental assistants with updated policies, practices, and procedures.Performs other job-related activities and assignments as requested.Required Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED required.Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program with a current and valid certificate required.3 + years of experience as a Dental Assistant required.Dental leadership experience preferred.Current and valid Expanded Function Dental Assistant EFDA certificate required (IHS EFDA certificate or meets Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners EFDA requirements including Dental Assisting National Board DANB EFDA certificate).Current and continuing BLS and First Aide training and certifications required.Demonstrates ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.
Worksite address
laveen, AZ, 85339, US
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