Dental Assistant II
Full-time Regular

Title: Dental Assistant II

Reports To: Dental Practice Manager

Direct Reports: None

Classification/Category: Clinical Level I

Workgroup(s): Dental Team

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $17.92 – $22.42

Stipend(s): NA

Status: Hourly

Summary of Position

Responsible for assisting dentists and hygienists, maintaining cleanliness of the operatories and equipment, taking and processing dental radiographs.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)ommitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external customers. Able to travel to other RCCHC sites. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma
Graduate of accredited Dental Assisting Curriculum or at least 3,000 hours of full time experience
Radiograph Certification, Sealant Certification, Coronal Polishing Certification, Infection Control Certification, current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, Sterilization and Infection Control 3 hour course, and Dental Office Emergencies 3 hour course
Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certification preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Communication in Spanish and English with patients and family members of various educational, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds is highly preferred.
Possess the skills required to effectively perform all Essential Functions listed below in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

Ensure the safety of all staff and patients with regard to Blood and Air Borne Pathogen exposures including the prevention, mitigation, identification and timely and appropriate response to potential exposures.
Prepare patient for the dentist including complete medical history review, note chief complaint in chart, take blood pressure and document
Expose and develop radiographs, according to standard protocols and/or dentist orders.
Assist dentist during oral exam and treatment.
Maintain dental instruments and equipment
Clean and maintain the dental operatories, sterilization and lab areas.
Stock operatories with adequate supplies at end of each day and as needed.
Assist dental hygienist when necessary and feasible.
Perform front desk duties in absence of dental office assistant or as directed by Dental Director.
Pour impressions and trim models.
Fabricate custom trays and bite rims.
Responsible for purchase orders and ordering of monthly expendable supplies, as directed.
Participate in continuing education on and off site as appropriate and feasible.
Apply sealants to teeth as designated by the dentist.
Polish teeth following prophylaxis of teeth by the dentist and give oral hygiene instructions to patients.
Take alginate impressions as designated by the dentist.
Fabricate temporary crowns and pack gingival string for crown impressions.

Other job duties may be required that are not listed above.

Registered Dental Hygienist
Full-time Regular
Corporate, Ahoskie, NC, US

Title: Registered Dental Hygienist

Reports To: Dental Practice Manager

Direct Reports: None

Classification/Category: Dental I

Workgroup(s): None

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $35.89 – $42.10

Stipend(s): None

Status: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position

Promote dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies, charting conditions of decay and disease, performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)omitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external custons or related charges. Able to travel to other RCCHC site. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Ability to navigate and enter data into an EHR

Computer to the communities we serve.

Ability to navigate and enter data into an EHR
Computer usage/windows literacy
Microsoft word/excel or equivalent

Education: Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited Dental Hygiene program

Experience: Two (2) years’ experience preferred but not required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Certification(s)/Licensure:

North Carolina Dental Hygiene License
Current CPR (BLS) required.
Current and unencumbered license to practice dental hygiene in the State of North Carolina.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of clinical dental hygiene
Thorough knowledge of dental terminology and dental science
Knowledge of community-based dental environment
Knowledge of medications related to dentistry
Familiarity with dental anatomy and pathology to the extent of being able to recognize simple types of oral conditions

Essential Functions

Supports the Mission, Value and Vision of Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center.
Is accountable to ensure patient rights and ensures an environment that promotes the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, reports and/or corrects unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee, and operations data.
Quality Improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to prove a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Supports and participates in common teamwork:
Cooperates and works together with all care team members, plans, and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgement.
Remain calm and poised in urgent or stressful situations.
Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, care team members or patients regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns
Promotes positive public relations with patients, visitors, and the community
Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform, and dress codes including personal hygiene.
Ability to work with persons from a wide diversity of social, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
Effectively and efficiently completes all duties as assigned.
Responsible for knowing and following all dental policies and procedures, including documenting all patient interactions in EHR timely.
Provide prophylactic care and preventative care to include topical fluoride varnish and application of occlusal sealants.
Provide oral hygiene education to patients, on an individual basis and in groups when feasible and appropriate.
Exposes and develops radiographs.
Develops education programs with the Chief Dental Officer/Dental Director
Percepts dental hygiene students assigned to Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center or in conjunction with dental outreach programs.
Participates in continuing education on and off site as feasible and appropriate.
Perform sterilization of dental instruments and dental equipment.
May be required to work multiple locations.
Strict adherence to all Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center, HIPAA, HRSA, State, Federal and accreditation agency rules, and regulations.
Hygiene recall system
Dental prior authorization
Additional job duties are required.

Title: Dentist

Reports To: Chief Dental Officer

Direct Reports: Dental Practice Manager, Dental Hygienist, School Based Coordinator

Classification/Category: Dental

Workgroup(s): None

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $154,050.93 – $197,283.57

Stipend(s): $50/monthly for cell phone

Status: Exempt

Summary of Position

Responsible for the oversight and coordination of the dental plan, dental activities, day-to-day operation of oral health services and the resident program.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)ommitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external customers. Ability to gather and synthesize information. Must be void of any drug convictions or related charges. Able to travel to other RCCHC site. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Education/Experience:

Graduation from an accredited dental school
Graduation from an accredited residency program preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Certification(s)/Licensure:

Current and unencumbered license to practice dentistry in the State of North Carolina
Valid DEA certificate
Board certified or Board eligible in primary specialty
Current CPR certification

Knowledge:

Previous general dentist experience desired, but not required
Principles, practices and regulations governing clinical dentistry
Blood borne pathogen regulations and standard precautions sufficient to be able to protect self and others from infectious diseases
Radiation Safety Protection Program and how to implement the standards associated with ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable).

Skills:

Requires a comprehensive knowledge of primary dental care in outpatient settings.
Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern dentistry as related to community health organizations.
Using diagnostic and therapeutic equipment sufficient to be able to administer care to patients.
Applying and interpreting applicable laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.

Abilities:

Ability to listen, write legibly and speak clearly
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with patients, co-workers and other medical providers and vendors
Ability to relate with people of different ethnic origins, economic status, religious affiliations or practices, and gender orientation
Ability to navigate and enter data into an electronic health record

Essential Functions

Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center.
Is accountable to ensure patient rights and ensures an environment that promotes the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
Safety including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, reports and/or corrects unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
Quality improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Supports and participates in common teamwork:
Cooperates and works together with all care team members, plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgement.
Remains calm and poised in urgent or stressful situations.
Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, care team members or patients regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
Promotes positive public relations with patients, visitors and the community.
Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene.
Ability to work with persons from a wide diversity of social, ethnic and economic backgrounds.
Effectively and efficiently completes all duties as assigned.
Provides dental services to Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center patients; which may include hygiene, radiology, etc.
Oversees all dental services scheduling and related patient services.
Directs supervision of Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants.
Follows QI plan.
Services on relevant national and/or local boards and committees as needed
Enters data accurately and timely into an electronic health record.
Strictly adheres to all Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center, HIPAA, HRSA, State, Federal and accreditation agency rules and regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Title: Dental Assistant II

Reports To: Dental Practice Manager

Direct Reports: None

Classification/Category: Clinical Level I

Workgroup(s): Dental Team

Work Status: Onsite

Salary Range: $17.92 – $22.42

Stipend(s): NA

Status: Hourly

Summary of Position

Responsible for assisting dentists and hygienists, maintaining cleanliness of the operatories and equipment, taking and processing dental radiographs.

RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Great care for everyone, every day.

Vision: Striving to be the premier healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.

Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)ommitted

Population Served

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions in the English language. Communicate effectively. Interact in a respectful and professional manner with internal and external customers. Able to travel to other RCCHC sites. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse populations, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the communities we serve.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma
Graduate of accredited Dental Assisting Curriculum or at least 3,000 hours of full time experience
Radiograph Certification, Sealant Certification, Coronal Polishing Certification, Infection Control Certification, current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, Sterilization and Infection Control 3 hour course, and Dental Office Emergencies 3 hour course
Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certification preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Communication in Spanish and English with patients and family members of various educational, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds is highly preferred.
Possess the skills required to effectively perform all Essential Functions listed below in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

Ensure the safety of all staff and patients with regard to Blood and Air Borne Pathogen exposures including the prevention, mitigation, identification and timely and appropriate response to potential exposures.
Prepare patient for the dentist including complete medical history review, note chief complaint in chart, take blood pressure and document
Expose and develop radiographs, according to standard protocols and/or dentist orders.
Assist dentist during oral exam and treatment.
Maintain dental instruments and equipment
Clean and maintain the dental operatories, sterilization and lab areas.
Stock operatories with adequate supplies at end of each day and as needed.
Assist dental hygienist when necessary and feasible.
Perform front desk duties in absence of dental office assistant or as directed by Dental Director.
Pour impressions and trim models.
Fabricate custom trays and bite rims.
Responsible for purchase orders and ordering of monthly expendable supplies, as directed.
Participate in continuing education on and off site as appropriate and feasible.
Apply sealants to teeth as designated by the dentist.
Polish teeth following prophylaxis of teeth by the dentist and give oral hygiene instructions to patients.
Take alginate impressions as designated by the dentist.
Fabricate temporary crowns and pack gingival string for crown impressions.

Other job duties may be required that are not listed above.

This position supports the Mission, Values and Vision of Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc. Under the general direction of the Chief Dental Officer, the Sterilization Technician maintains sterilization and disinfection procedures for all dental instruments and equipment and ensures that patients receive the highest quality of care at each appointment.

Position Information
This position supports the Mission, Values and Vision of Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc. Under the general direction of the Chief Dental Officer, the Dental Care Coordinator monitors and coordinates patients’ treatment plans, provides oral health education, and ensures that dental care is completed in an efficient and timely manner.

Kinston Community Health Center, Inc is seeking a part-time General Dentist to join our team. Our services extend to all ages, including children, where we highly encourage parental involvement. We also provide restorative care as well as, other comprehensive dental treatment.

*3-5 years minimum experience
* 1-2 days per week (Friday’s required and some Monday’s)
* 10 hour shift

JOB TITLE: Dental Hygienist (Temp to Perm)
DEPARTMENT: Dental Health Services
FLSA: Full-Time; Salaried/Exempt
DURATION: Open Until filled
HIRING RANGE: $60,000 to $75,000

POSITION PURPOSE:
Promotes dental health by completing dental prophylaxis; providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies; charting conditions of decay and disease; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act. Position will participate in QI activities as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prepares treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments.
• Selects materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health.
• Completes dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits and stains from teeth and from beneath gum margins.
• Detects disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums; using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession; exposing and developing radiographic studies.
• Apply fluoride and other preventive agents.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs and oxygen supply, and directory of emergency numbers.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions; providing in reminders of time of next dental hygiene visit.
• Documents dental hygiene services by recording vital signs and medical dental histories; charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene or Certificate in Dental Hygiene. Registered Dental Hygienist required.
SKILLS/ABILITIES: Individual must possess knowledge of and the ability to use basic dental office equipment and instrumentation. Knowledge of current sterilization and infection control procedures. Must possess current CPR certification. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and work in a team environment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINATION: Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases related to the Delta variant (and possibly other strains), increased hospitalization and ICU utilization and guidance/mandates from applicable authorities, including the state and federal government, Lincoln Community Health Center has instituted a mandatory vaccination requirement for all employees as a condition of employment. This requires all new hires to be “fully vaccinated” within 30 days of their applicable start date. “Fully vaccinated” currently means (a) 2 weeks after your second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or (b) 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. Your vaccination status will need to be confirmed by providing proof of vaccination in a form satisfactory to Lincoln Community Health Center after an applicant receives a conditional offer of employment. Lincoln Community Health Center has a process for receiving and evaluating vaccination exemption requests due to medical contraindication, disability, and sincerely held religious beliefs under applicable law. An applicant seeking such an exemption should contact Human Resources to initiate that process no later than two (2) business days after receiving a conditional offer of employment. All information regarding vaccination status will be maintained in confidence in accordance with applicable law. Our policies on vaccination requirements and related COVID-19 protocols are subject to change based on changes in the law and applicable regulations, state and federal guidance, and trends within North Carolina and our local communities.

Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc. (LCHC), mission is to provide primary and preventive health care in a courteous, professional , and personalized manner.

Key requirements for any position are our “Core Values”:
•Courtesy
•Respect
•Quality
•Accessibility
•Teamwork
•Continuous Improvement

LCHC provides comprehensive, high-quality primary health care to our patients regardless of ability to pay. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide health care to all members of our community, including low income, uninsured patients and diverse communities. We screen potential employees to first ensure alignment with our key requirements followed by the requisite position skills set. In doing so staff must be committed to the mission who do their best to live and work the characteristics of our core values as we strive to care for ever increasing members of the communities we serve. Understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences.

We believe that diversity and inclusion is critical and promotes our commitment to serving the Durham community.

DENTAL HYGIENIST

POSITION SUMMARY:
Promote dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies, charting conditions of decay and disease; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act. Teach primary preventive care education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Considerable knowledge of standard practices and procedures in a dental clinic required. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, dentist, staff and community groups required. The ability to understand technical and medical terminology as they relate to dentistry and ability to teach preventive dental education required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene program required. Special requirements: licensed to practice in the State of North Carolina. Two (2) years’ experience preferred.

Please apply online at www.lincolnchc.org

Carolina Family Dental Center is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist! We can fill the position as either full time or part-time working three days a week.

The Dental Hygienist provides oral health care that demonstrates proficiency in technical aspects and a thoughtful approach to oral health education. The Dental Hygienist actively strives to ensure comfort and continuity of care for patients.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to routine prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal treatment, soft tissue management, periodontal charting, charting existing conditions and proposed treatment, documenting accurate clinical notes, applying fluoride, placing sealants, taking radiographs, and providing oral health instruction and demonstration.

Minimal Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
Current NC Dental Hygiene License.
BLS Certification.
Great communication and patient interaction skills.
Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
Basic computer skills.
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Physical Requirements:
Constant standing and walking, occasional bending, stooping, lifting, reaching forward and overhead.