JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha Community Health Center is looking for experienced Dental Assistants to work at its main Dental Clinic. \$2,000 hiring bonus - See below for details. POSITION SUMMARY The dental assistant\'s primary responsibility is to assist the dentist with clinical procedures. This includes chair side assisting, x-rays, taking alginate impressions, and screening emergency patients. The assistant will be expected to assist in four-handed dental procedures including, but not limited to: initial exams, periodontal maintenance, amalgam and composite restorations, endodontics, oral surgery, crown and bridge, and removable prosthodontics. By the end of the assistant\'s training period he or she will be expected to be proficient in all procedures routinely performed in the clinic. PRIMARY TASKS AND DUTIES Room Preparation and Turnover Prepare room set up for standard and specialty procedures Prepare hand pieces for laboratory and operatory use Prepare for medical emergencies Disinfect operatory according to company standards Assist in sterilization areas as necessary Maintain operatory equipment according to manufacturer guidelines Dispose of waste and hazardous materials in compliance with OSHA/EPA/FDA/NIOSH regulations Direct Patient Care Welcome and dismiss patient in a professional and courteous manner Take digital x-rays (Pan, BWX\'s, PAs) Obtain, interpret, and evaluate personal, medical and dental histories Take and record patient vitals Demonstrate four-handed instrument transfer Prepare and assist with administration of topical and local anesthesia Prepare mounting and articulation of study models for impressions Fabricate temporaries for crowns and bridges Pour and trim cast/model Prepare and assist with restorative treatment Prepare and assist with varnish and fluoride applications Prepare and assist with minor, oral surgery and endodontic therapy procedures Prepare and assist with alginate impression Chart oral condition as dictated by dentist Post-op Patient Education Explain postoperative and preoperative instructions to the patient Schedule follow up appointment Electronic Health Record (EHR) Utilization Properly label and input tooth/teeth numbers into patient electronic chart Review doctors schedule prior to patient visit for scheduling errors and lab case preparation POSTION REQUIREMENTS Education Preferred Graduate from an Accredited Dental Assistant Program/School Minimum of 1 year experience in dental assisting position Ability to communicate in Spanish (oral and written)preferred Must be current on all ACIP immunizations & PPD status Must maintain BLS Certification WORK SCHEDULE Availability to work up to 40 hours during clinic... For full info follow application link. Kenosha Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/8DF638F15D934E02