Dental Assistant Supervisor & Infection Control Coordinator Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Chief Dental Officer, the Dental Assistant Supervisor (RDH) provides direct supervision to all Dental Assisting and Dental Outreach Staff including development of schedules for the assistants; maintains sterilization and infection control protocols; and supports the dental department in a variety of administrative and clerical functions. This position also includes clinical time working as a Dental Hygienist, providing oral healthcare to our dental patients as per the dentist's instructions. The healthcare consists of cleaning, scaling, polishing teeth, taking/processing X-rays, sealants, Fluoride treatment, and teaching oral hygiene.
Schedule: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm; Wed OFF
Evenings and Saturday coverage if needed
Pay Range: $82,374.15 - $93,225.61 annually*
* The pay range represents HealthFirst's good faith estimate for this role at the time of posting, in compliance with applicable laws. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors such as relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, market conditions, and budget considerations. Candidates with less direct experience may be placed at the lower end of the range, while those with more significant or specialized experience may be considered at the higher end.
Benefits: 3.2 weeks of paid time off (PTO), 3 personal days, and 11.5 paid holidays; employer contributed health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and retirement contributions; voluntary flexible spending accounts and disability/critical illness coverage; and employee discounts, referral program, reimbursable licensing fees, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education credits.
Required Qualifications: - Successful completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program and a Massachusetts Registered Dental Hygienist License are required.
- Prior experience working as a Dental Assistant, preferably in a community health setting.
- 2-3 years staff supervision experience preferred.
- Bilingual (English, Spanish/Portuguese) preferred.
- Experience with Epic Wisdom or Electronic Medical Record required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications required.
- Satisfactory completion of continuing education credits as mandated by any professional boards, licensing agencies, or credentialing organizations as applicable.
- Must submit CORI and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information.
Competencies: - High level of customer service and a positive approach to work with patients. Projects positive attitude about the department and the health center, and offers services to ensure positive experience.
- Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner and in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Ability to work accurately, independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team.
- Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patients.
- Works well under pressure to manage stressful situations.
- Uses sound judgment and confidence.
- Ability to multi- task.
- Detail-oriented and accurate.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
Salary Description
$82,374.15 - $93,225.61 annually
