Dental Assistant

Overview

Spectrum Healthcare Resources, a premier healthcare services provider, is seeking a dedicated civilian Dental Assistant for a potential opportunity at The VA Carribbean Healthcare System in San Juan Puerto, Rico!

If you're passionate about delivering top-quality dental care and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, we want to hear from you.

Hours of Performance :

Monday to Friday, 0600-1700 (40 hours per week)

Responsibilities :

• Conduct comprehensive examinations of patients' oral cavity, including mouth, throat, and pharynx, and record conditions of teeth and surrounding tissues.
• Refer patients with abnormalities such as cavities, defective fillings, suspicious growths, or periodontal disease to the dentist.
• Apply desensitizing and other topical agents to treat abnormalities like gingivitis and oral ulceration.
• Instruct patients, both individually and in groups, in proper oral hygiene care using various materials and techniques.
• Explain the common causes of tooth decay and construct sports / safety mouth guards and soft night guards for vital bleaching.
• Polish restorations, apply pit and fissure sealants, and assist chairside dental assisting when directed by the dental clinic's Officer in Charge (OIC).
• Maintain accurate records of patients treated and ensure proper maintenance and sterilization of instruments.

Qualifications :

Benefits :

EOE / Disabled / Veterans