Description
FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Provide assistance to the Hygienist, helping maintain the schedule of patients. Clean room(s) and prepare for patient exams. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Responsibilities:
1. Will learn and assist the Hygienist in the following;
a. Assist Hygienist with procedures and charting as necessary.
b. Provide chair side assistance to Dental Hygienist.
c. Remain with Hygienist and patient during procedures.
d. Ensure that all instruments, chart and radiographs are in the chair side area prior to the arrival of the patient.
e. Receive and direct the patient to the appropriate area of the clinic for anticipated treatment needs.
f. Clean disinfect and sterilize instruments.
g. Develop and process dental radiographs in accordance with Hygienists orders.
h. Review Hygienist schedule and help maintain patient flow throughout the day.
i. Review patient chart prior to Hygienist's arrival and anticipate the hygienist's needs for each patient.
j. Preform Coronal Polishing per Hygienist and/or Doctor's instruction.
k. Provide excellent customer service to help ensure a smooth and comfortable visit for the patient.
l. Take down and clean patient room after treatment.
2. Register patients; ensure all forms, electronic and paper, are filled out accurately and completely.
a. Obtain insurance information and/or payment from patient prior to appointment.
b. Gather and update basic patient/client identification, proof of Tribal affiliation, insurance coverage, signature authorization, assignment of benefits, etc. on the automated Centricity patient accounting system.
c. Ensure appropriate intake information in the Health Information System and verify completeness and accuracy of all data.
Skills:
Essential:
* Ability and willingness to provide strong customer service orientation
* Maintain strict departmental security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department
* Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format
* Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing
* Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with vendors and co-workers at all levels
* Ability to work as a team member within a clinical environment
* Ability to exhibit good personal hygiene and good personal oral hygiene at all times
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Applicants age 50 and older are exempt from this requirement
* General Ed, High School Equivalency Diploma, HS Diploma
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
* CPR and Red Cross First Aide
* Health Insurance Portability (HIPAA) Accountability
Nonessential:
* Driver Safety Training, within three (3) months of employment
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP), within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter.
* Dental Assistant Certification, within ninety (90) days of employment.
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Repetitive movement of hands
* Reach occasionally
* Lift 11-24 pounds occasionally
* Moderate noise level
* Exposure to blood borne pathogens
* Exposure to latex products
* Exposure to powders
* Exposure to dust
* Evening and weekend work may be required
* Varicella vaccine required
* Measles mumps rubella vaccination required
* Flu vaccination required
* Highly encourage to receive the COVID-19 vaccination
Experience:
Nonessential:
* Clerical Experience
* Dental Assisting
* Medical office experience
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Employees are required to have proof of seasonal influenza vaccination; medical or religious exemption may be requested upon hire.
2. Background information disclosure (BID) form.
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