Dental Assistant Part-time

Odle Management - A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects

Reports to the Health & Wellness Director (RN) and is an hourly, non-exempt position. Assists Dentist in the operation of the dental clinic. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

Part-time 29 hours per week

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates and abides by Odle Core Values and operating principles.
• Prepares dental instruments.
• Develops and mounts X-rays.
• Makes dental appointments.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Prepares written reports, as necessary.
• Assists in training students.
• Attends required staff training sessions.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be certified to take x-rays. Six months work-related experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred

Additional Requirements: Sound dental assistant techniques. Excellent record-keeping skills. Good organizational skills. Ability to operate a personal computer. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Odle Management is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Odle Management considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.

The employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC.