Dental Assistant (Part-time)
East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking Dental Assistants, for a thriving practice at 19 Broadway in Newport, RI that serves both adults and children. Become part of our dental team and provide excellent and comprehensive care with a focus on quality, service, and patient satisfaction.
At East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) we offer employees:
- Competitive compensation
- Part-time flexible hours Available shifts are 7:45am - 1:00pm or 12:00pm - 5:00pm.
- Paid training and a career pathway to become a Certified Dental Assistant
- Paid time off, holidays, Health, Dental, Vision, and retirement plan match after 1 year of employment
Make a difference in the lives of patients:
As a Dental Assistant, you will work with several dentists and dental hygienists and provide chair-side skills, observe, and apply infection control and laboratory protocols, and assist with basic principles of taking x-rays.
- Sterilize dental instruments in adherence to all licensing and accreditation protocols
- Prepare room and instruments for the anticipated/scheduled dental procedures.
- Prepare radiographs for viewing/diagnosis by Dentist.
- Assist Dentist with instruments and tasks at “chair side”.
- Assure operating methods and materials in the Dental Area are following OSHA’s blood borne pathogens and hazardous material standards.
- Assist hygienists when needed.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board as a “certified dental assistant” preferred.
- Customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds
- Current certificate of completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider or ability to obtain certification.
East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action (EEO/AA) employer committed to providing a diverse work environment.