With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Bon Secours

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body, and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Dental Assistant (DA) – Physician Office - Pediatric Dental - Richmond, VA

PRIMARY FUNCTION/GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Dental Assistant is responsible for performing various dental procedures, increasing professional skills, taking on the responsibility for training of new clinical staff and externs that are pursuing continued education in Pediatric Dentistry. This staff member will accompany the dentists and physicians to the OR, ED, PICU, clinics and outreach programs. This person assists staff dentists in the performance of pediatric dentistry which includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic, operative, preventative, sedation, and other dental/surgical procedures during examinations and treatment of patients. This staff member will be the lead trainer for all clinical and office staff as well as hospital staff on dental imaging and assisting procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs coordinator duties.: Manages patient appointment schedule in cooperation with the dental clinic faculty/residents; Makes assignments for dental assistants and oversees daily operations; Works in conjunction with department manager regarding all matters related to the dental clinic; Woks in conjunction with Medical Director and Chief resident regarding all clinical matters; Oversees supply order process; Prepare/reviews dental assistant 4-week schedulePrepares for procedures/exams: Greets and escorts patient to operatory area; Prepares patient, equipment and supplies for procedures and exams; Obtains chart.  Uses suction devices, water spray cotton rolls, holders, cheek/tongue retractors to keep oral operating area clean during dental procedures; Prepares restorative materials and dental cements to be used during dental procedures; Takes and develops intra-oral radiographs; Assists Dentist with oral exams, cleanings, extractions, root canal therapy and fillings.Provides education and instruction; Gives post-procedure instruction to patient and/or significant other; Educates regarding proper oral hygiene and overall dental preventative care; Maintains dental instruments; Washes and soaks instruments in a solution before processing in ultrasonic cleaner; Sets up instruments for sterilization by packaging, labeling and dating; Processes instruments and transports instruments to and from Central Supply; Maintains disinfecting solutions according to protocolDirects patients to financial counselor as necessary; Assists residents with completion of billing form; Performs general clerical duties as needed; Files patient and other records; Prepares and maintains charts; Maintains dental instruments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Vocational Technical Completion of Dental AssistantBasic Life Support CPR American Heart Association

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience within a physician practice setting.Working knowledge of medical record format and content of patient records.Ability to review records, read physician documentation and verify patient identification.Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with practice managers and other medical group staff/leadership.Work requires a high level of accuracy with the ability to concentrate on detailed information for extended periods of time.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Works closely with the Clinical Support Services team.Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The individual performing this job may anticipate possible contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies regarding infection control.Travel outside the office is required.Overnight travel on occasion to attend seminars and training.Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright lightsMay have periods of constant interruptions

SKILLS:

Able to follow general instructionsPossess surgical conscienceMoves with a sense of urgencyUnderstands basic anatomy/physiologyKnowledgeable in infection control practicesKnowledgeable of AORN and AST recommendations related to practiceAnticipates needs of surgeon, team, and patientSelf-directedAble to work independentlyCritical thinkingRemain calm under pressureStrong communication skillsAble to handle self in a professional mannerTakes directionBasic Windows application computer skills

BON SECOURS MISSION, VALUES, CUSTOMER ORIENTATION AND

CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS FOCUS:

It is the responsibility of all employees to learn and utilize continuous quality improvement principles in their daily work.

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of the Sisters of Bon Secours by understanding each customer, treating each patient, staff member and community in a dignified manner with respect, kindness, and understanding and subscribing to the organization’s commitment to quality and service.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties. This document does not create an employment contract, and employment with Bon Secours Health System is “at will”.

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com