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Dental Assistant
full-timeIndianapolis

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Location

Indianapolis

Type

full-time

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About this role

Make a difference in your community and in the lives of Riley Kids.

Riley Pediatric Dentistry is seeking Dental Assistants for our growing team. This is a rewarding career for individuals who are passionate about helping the children of Indiana. Our team is high energy, friendly, and knowledgeable. We provided excellent care with a compassionate touch.

What we offer:

  • Work in a friendly, fun, and dynamic team environment.

  • Have a consistent work schedule, no nights or weekends.

  •  Enjoy flexible paid time off, up to 24 days per year.

  • Advance your career and grow your experience.

Performs patient care services in a clinical setting under the supervision of a dentist or as directed by assigned supervisor. Assures accurate collection and reporting of patient intake data, medical history, cognitive/emotional diagnosis, and clinical care provided. Prioritizes patent care based on resources, unit volume, and patient prognosis. Facilitates smooth patient flow, provides patient education/teaching, explains insurance coverage/co-pays, and assures necessary documents are complete. Ensures the presence and proper arrangement of instruments, equipment, and supplies in the treatment area prior to each procedure. As directed by Dentist/Hygienist, obtains diagnostic dental x-rays using safe radiology processes and assists provider during patient care. Uses advanced behavior management techniques to support safe and effective care with uncooperative patients. Maintains, organizes, stocks, and cleans dental equipment and unit(s). Responsible for aseptic/sterile processing of dental instruments, reusable supplies, and equipment in accordance with regulatory requirements, infection control policies, and best practice recommendations. Performs administrative and registration duties, schedules patient visits, and engages in patient correspondence. Additional duties as assigned.

  • High School Diploma/GED is required.
  • Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
  • BLS-CPR certification required.
  • Active Dental Radiology License in Indiana required within 9 months of hire date and maintained.
  • Certification in Dental Assisting from and accredited program or on the job training with minimum of 2 years experience in Dental Assisting required.
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job required. 
  • Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English required.
  • Requires the ability to demonstrate and foster diversity and inclusion skills.
  • Requires excellent skills in handling apprehensive or difficult to manage children.
  • Requires the ability to work with medically, physically, and/or cognitively compromised patients.
  • Requires the ability to treat patients with special health needs, cognitive needs, and/or those with extreme dental fear.nsurance coverage/co-pays, and assures necessary documents are complete.

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  • Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
  • IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
  • A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
  • With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
  • At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
  • Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.

Other facts

Tech stack
Patient Care,Dental Assisting,Behavior Management,Infection Control,Patient Education,X-Ray Procedures,Administrative Duties,Communication Skills,Teamwork,Diversity and Inclusion,Child Management,Cognitive Needs Support,Special Health Needs,Aseptic Processing,Organizational Skills,Time Management

About IU Health

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive system.

A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s largest medical schools—gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training—advancing healthcare for all.

At IU Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross-training development.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

What you'll do

  • The Dental Assistant performs patient care services in a clinical setting under the supervision of a dentist, ensuring accurate patient data collection and facilitating smooth patient flow. Additional responsibilities include obtaining diagnostic x-rays, maintaining dental equipment, and performing administrative duties.

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What does a Dental Assistant do at IU Health?

As a Dental Assistant at IU Health, you will: the Dental Assistant performs patient care services in a clinical setting under the supervision of a dentist, ensuring accurate patient data collection and facilitating smooth patient flow. Additional responsibilities include obtaining diagnostic x-rays, maintaining dental equipment, and performing administrative duties..

Why join IU Health as a Dental Assistant?

IU Health is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Dental Assistant position at IU Health remote?

The Dental Assistant position at IU Health is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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