Dental Assistant

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday Shift Start Time 6:30 AM Shift End Time 3:30 PM Worker Sub-Type Regular Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. Job Description States the responsibilities he/she will be expected to perform and against which he/she will be evaluated. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Experience Experience in pediatrics Experience in operating room procedures Preferred Qualifications N/A Education High school diploma or equivalent Certification Summary Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or eligible Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Familiarity with standard pediatric dental procedures and techniques Job Responsibilities Coordinates care of the pediatric dental patient. Assists pediatric dentist and orthodontist according to the rules of the Georgia Board of Dentistry Chapter 150-0. Maintains dental equipment and instruments. Keeps operatories, lab, and dark room neat and clean in accordance with infection control guidelines. Maintains records of sterilization for dental autoclave. Maintains logs of equipment maintenance. Maintains inventories of dental supplies. Maintains inventories of supplies for dental cases in operating room in conjunction with nursing personnel. Maintains emergency supplies log as scheduled on rotational basis. Assists hygienists in routine maintenance of x-ray processor if needed. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 5461 Meridian Mark Rd Job Family Dental/Orthodontic