Dental Assistant

Full Time
Talihina, OK
Posted
Job description

Description

  • This is a full-time position with hours Mon-Fri from 8am-4:30pm, and will be housed in the Dental Clinic at Talihina's Health Care Center. This position is eligible for earned weekly wage access

  • Job Summary: As our Dental Assistant, you will increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health procedures and surgeries.

  • This position is subject to the Supreme Court's mandate for the Covid-19 vaccination. The Choctaw Nation offers medical and/or religious exemptions to those who cannot get the vaccine.

  • You will report to the Dental Clinic Manager

Primary Tasks:

  • You will assist the operating dentist, essentially acting as an extra pair of hands.

  • You will chart dental treatment as advised by the dentist.

  • You will set up the dental instruments and accessories needed for each individual dental procedure/surgeries.

  • You will communicate, identify, and record patient concerns.

  • You will take clear and readable diagnostic dental radiographs.

  • You will practice infection control standards as set forth by company policy and procedures.

  • You will maintain dental equipment by performing basic maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer

  • You will assist the ward clerk with office duties when needed.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

MINIMUM

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Must obtain Dental Permit from the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry w/30 days of hire

  • Must obtain radiology certification in one year

  • Basic knowledge of dental charting systems, dental terminology, and oral health education

About the Choctaw Nation

The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.

Benefits

  • Free gym membership

  • Free access to employee health clinic

  • Free lunch for casino & resort associates

  • Paid vacation / sick time

  • Medical / Dental / Vision

  • 401(K) with company match

  • College tuition reimbursement

  • Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave

  • Employee assistance program

  • Employee prescription program

  • Plus many more!

  • (Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)

CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:

  • Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS

  • Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.

  • Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates .

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Job Health Care Services

Primary Location OK-Talihina

Work Locations Health Care Center Talihina One Choctaw Way Talihina 74571

Organization Health

Schedule Regular

Full-time

Day Job

Job Posting 04/17/2023, 3:08:48 PM

Req ID: 23004613

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