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OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64942287Florida State Jobs • Ocala, FL, US
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OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64942287

OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64942287

Florida State Jobs • Ocala, FL, US
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Ops Dental Assistant - 64942287

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information, visit our E-Verify Website.

Your specific responsibilities include :

  • Time sheet and EAR entry within the required time frame
  • Subject to emergency duty in the event of a natural disaster
  • Completion of all mandatory or assigned trainings within the required time frame

Dental treatment duties include :

  • Expanded duties as licensed by the board of Professional Regulations for Certified Dental Assistant
  • Polishing clinical crowns of teeth
  • Applying topical fluoride gels and varnish
  • Placing temporary restorations
  • Placing sealants
  • Removing sutures
  • Fabricating temporary crowns, packing cord and cementing temporary crowns
  • Four handed dental technique duties include :

  • Reviewing medical history with the patient / guardian and taking blood pressure as indicated by clinic policy
  • Completing the signs and symptoms (S) and objective data (O) of the SOAP notes and writing up in computer notes
  • Utilizing proper barrier techniques as per OSHA guidelines
  • Utilizing proper barrier techniques including chin length face shield
  • Passing instruments while correctly retracting tongue and / or cheek; and while suctioning
  • Coordinating assisting methods, activities and actions with actions of the dentist
  • Adjusting equipment and light source as needed by the dentist
  • Mixing restorative materials and cements
  • Performing other duties as required by the dentist or clinic supervisor
  • Being prepared for a medical emergency in the dental clinic, alerting the dentist in the clinic, calling 911, alerting the dental clinic supervisor and completing necessary paperwork
  • Obtaining the necessary emergency equipment and supplies as directed by the dentist and providing the assistance necessary in an emergency and in the emergency drills. Perform CPR if necessary
  • Proper operatory setup duties include :

  • Instruments and equipment out and in place ready before the patient arrives
  • Maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and equipment
  • Generating supplies and equipment requests as needed
  • Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds
  • Radiographs duties include :

  • Maintaining Radiographic Certification as licensed by the Board of Professional Regulations
  • Properly utilizing ScanX phosphoretic plates and the Eaglesoft software
  • Sterilization duties include :

  • Understanding and following CDC protocol contained in the Infection Control Manual
  • Properly cleaning and sterilizing instruments following dental clinic procedures
  • Utilizing proper barrier techniques during cleaning and sterilizing
  • Cleaning and disinfecting counters and environmental surfaces following dental clinic procedures
  • Testing autoclave with biological indicators and keeping a log of results
  • Cleaning autoclave as assigned
  • Removing trash and replacing liners in cans as necessary
  • Cleaning chair suction traps and suction tubing, and central trap as directed
  • Disposing of biomedical waste in red bags and sharps as per FL DOH and CDC guidelines
  • Dental materials duties include :

  • Understanding materials and using dental materials per FL DOH and manufacturer guidelines
  • Maintaining an organized well-maintained storage area both for bulk storage and in the individual carts / rooms, with the lot number
  • Maintaining an inventory so that the proper amount of supplies are ordered to maximize the effective date and ordered at the proper Threshold so that items do not run out
  • Properly handling and disposing of all dental materials including sharps
  • Checking the eye wash stations once per month and maintaining a log with results
  • Properly maintaining emergency kit / equipment and keeping a log with results
  • Keeping lab area clean and organized
  • Pouring models, polishing acrylic lab work under the direct supervision of the dentist
  • Observing proper infection control procedures in the lab and sterilization areas
  • Completing lab prescriptions and alerting the front desk staff of a pending lab case
  • Demonstrate and work with dental assisting students and outreach duties include :

  • At the discretion of the dental supervisor and under their supervision, demonstrating the use of dental material and / or techniques to dental assisting students
  • May need to give health fairs or school presentations as directed
  • May need to perform expanded duty functions and assist with head start school-based program and assist with the school based program in local schools
  • Clerical / patient contact duties include :

  • Answering phone, routing calls, giving information, making / changing appointments
  • Confirming appointments
  • Greeting clients, determining eligibility, processing needed papers and documents
  • Providing appointment reminders, school excuses / work excuses
  • Completing dental encounter forms and helping with tallying them for processing end of day report and for fiscal
  • Will complete lab prescriptions and alert the front desk staff of a pending lab case
  • Will complete referrals and medical consults, and alert the front desk staff to finish the referral, add to the referral log and follow up on them as needed
  • Completing assigned computer tasks
  • Completing training as directed
  • Completing EARS Forms and time entries
  • Completing other duties as assigned by the dental clinic supervisor
  • Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include :

  • A working knowledge of standard dental procedures, techniques and material used in the dental clinic
  • A working knowledge of OSHA standards, dental infection control and hazardous dental materials
  • A working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to prioritize and organize job duties
  • Ability to work independently and interdependently
  • Ability to work with, including teaching and demonstrating, students as directed by the dentist
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Qualifications : Minimum :

  • Florida Dental Radiology Certificate
  • Florida Dental Expanded Duty Certificate
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Preferred :

  • Experience working in a dental clinic
  • CPR Certification
  • Where you will work :

    Marion County Health Department - Dental Clinic

    1501 W Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala Florida 34475

    The benefits of working for the State of Florida include :

  • State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
  • Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and / or the serving HR office)
  • Workers' Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
  • Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
  • Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
  • Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
  • And more!
  • For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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