Clinical Services

0.8 FTE, 8 Hour Day Shift

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Job Summary

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

Under the supervision of a licensed dentist, the dental assistant assists in supportive oral procedures and assists during the examination and treatment of dental patients by preparing and arranging dental instruments and equipment; Sets-up dental equipment and supplies, takes and uploads dental x-rays, makes entries on examination and treatment, and assists the dentist in both the operating room and in hospital setting.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Service Standards of the Hospital(s).

• Performs extra-oral duties or basic supportive procedure specified by the supervising licensed dentist.

• Prepares trays and instruments needed for various dental procedures.

• Takes intraoral impressions for all non-prosthodontic appliances.

• Places, wedges, and removes matrices for restorative procedures.

• Removes dressings after inspection of the surgical site by the supervising licensed dentist.

• Obtains dental x-rays and uploads them into patient charts as ordered by dentist.

• Assists Dentist in the Operating Room as well is Inpatient / Outpatient settings.

• Communicates with patients / parents to coordinate basic supportive procedures, appointments, care plans, and compile patient intake

• Manages dental supplies as needed.

• Orders and stocks dental supplies as needed.

• Prepares materials and assist the dentist during procedures.

• Takes and records medical and dental histories.

• Takes and uploads dental x-rays as ordered by dentist

• Applies sealants, coronal polishing, and fluoride application.

• Sterilizes and disinfects instruments, clean dental carts, and set up instrument trays.

• Charts existing restorations and any missing teeth.

• Places and removes rubber dams and rubber dam clamps and ligations.

• Takes impressions for models.

• Applies topical anesthetic agents under dentist supervision.

• Schedules outpatient appointments and OR cases.

• Reviews charts and schedules for the upcoming week to ensure all information needed is available and all coordination with other specialties has been communicated.

• Orders and stocks dental supplies as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited school.

Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience as a dental assistant.

License/Certification: Current American Heart Association (AHA) Certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

• Knowledge of materials needed to be prepped to assist in various dental procedures

• Knowledge of protocols regarding sterilization and disinfection of instruments, dental cart sanitation, and set up of instrument trays

• Knowledge of chart review, dental terms, tools, equipment.

• Knowledge of Operating Room protocols during procedures

• Ability to notate/ assist in charting patient history, both medical and dental, including existing restorations and any missing teeth

• Ability to cultivate relationships with team in both outpatient and inpatient setting for the care of mutual patients.

• Ability to coordinate with both outpatient appointments and OR/OSC procedures

• Ability to communicate effectively - with parents and patients

• Ability to work as a team player and care for the patients at the highest possible standards

• Order and replenish supplies as needed

• Skill in applying topical anesthetic agents under dentist supervision

• Skill in X-Ray machine usage

• Skill in taking impressions for models

• Skill in placing and removing rubber dams and rubber dam clamps and ligations

• Skill of complex schedule ownership to ensure all information needed is available for visits / procedures

• Skill in sealant application, coronal polishing, and fluoride application

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), EPIC, Dolphin, PeopleSoft, X-Ray Machine, and additional software as needed

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.

Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (1.0 FTE): $61,214.40 to $69,430.40

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, LPCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.