Dental Assistant

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Dental Assistant for an opportunity in Cleveland, OH 44106!

Position Title: Dental Assistant

Location: Cleveland, OH 44106

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6+ months of contract with possible extension

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>%3D30 HRS WEEKLY], [CONTRACT], [Onsite]

Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.44/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 months of dental assisting experience required. Candidates with job-hopping or short-term roles will not be considered. A stable and consistent work history is a must.
• Certified Dental Assistant. Current State of Ohio radiology certification. Annual CPR certification.

Job Description:

Position Objective:

Working under general supervision, the Dental Assistant will support residents and faculty in the Periodontal Department within the School of Dental Medicine. Primary duties include surgical assistance as well as the management of supplies and equipment.

"Note: Free parking is not available at the facility. A $25 parking fee will be charged on the first day of joining and reimbursed after 60 days. For cleaning roles, a thorough background check (criminal history) will be conducted, covering the period from age 18 to the present."

Required Education/Experience:

Experience: Minimum of 3 months of dental assisting experience required.

Education/Licensing: High school diploma required. Certified Dental Assistant. Current State of Ohio radiology certification. Annual CPR certification.

Essential Functions:

Prepare procedure rooms for patient care including, cleaning rooms, and transporting contaminated instruments to the designated biohazard instrument cart.

Provide chair-side dental assistance for the faculty and residents of the department.

Review patient schedule with Scheduling Coordinator or Dental Assistant 2 to determine efficient use of clinical time.

Be familiar with aseptic technique. Report changes in patient condition to resident doctors or faculty.

Assist student doctors and residents in providing post-operative instructions for routine extractions and special procedures.

Ensure cleanliness/readiness of the clinic. Prepare clinic for the day's schedule.

Set up and break down student/resident procedure rooms.

Clean and wipe down all equipment adhering to infection control procedures.

Stock supplies in clinic/procedure rooms as needed.

Reprocess oral surgery instruments and equipment (clean, disinfect or sterilize).

Perform and maintain daily quality assurance testing and sterilization log.

Monitor/re-order dental and office supplies as needed. Monitor all dental and office supplies usage.

Prepare pre-requisition to re-order materials and supplies as needed. Obtain proper authorization.

Nonessential Functions:

Assist with patient scheduling.

Coordinate imaging requests for department.

Coordinate pathology/microbiology specimen submission.

Check equipment to ensure that it is functioning properly. Report non-functioning equipment to Nurse Manager. Remove non-functioning equipment from service Check competency of forms after entries and report deficiencies to instructor and student.

Initiate and assist in resuscitation procedures.

Assist with student/resident training during orientation session regarding clinical procedures including maintaining sterility. Report student/resident violations to department chair or clinical director for assessment.

Assist Dental Assistant 2 with maintaining SDS sheets for department material.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Check safety equipment weekly and maintain quality log (e.g., eyewash station).

Required Skills:

Basic knowledge of computer software.

Basic knowledge of insurance codes and forms.

Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Technical knowledge of dental assisting and sterilization.

Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.

Consistent attendance and reliability.

Ability to interact professionally with colleagues, supervisors, and customers in person.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

[Minimum of 3 months of dental assisting experience required. Candidates with job-hopping or short-term roles will not be considered. A stable and consistent work history is a must.]

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 247788 when responding to this ad.