Step into Dental Health: Volunteer as a Dental Sterilization Aide
ORGANIZATION: LAKELAND VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE INC
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Ignite your passion for community service and dental health by becoming a Volunteer Dental Sterilization Aide! Your role will be crucial in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of dental care by maintaining a sterile environment for patients and staff. Embrace this rewarding opportunity to support our mission of providing top-quality dental services while developing your skills and making a difference in the lives of those in need.
Benefits of Volunteering:
· Join a supportive and welcoming team of professionals.
· Receive training and mentorship from experienced dental professionals.
· Gain valuable hands-on experience in a dental care setting.
· Uncover hidden talents, develop new interests, and gain a deeper understanding of your own strengths and values.
Responsibilities and Duties:
· Properly clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment following established protocols.
· Operate and maintain autoclaves and other sterilization devices.
· Ensure all sterilized instruments are stored correctly and ready for use.
· Prepare and arrange instruments and materials for dental procedures.
· Prepare and clean treatment rooms, including disinfection of surfaces and dental chairs.
· Ensure proper disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
· Occasionally assist with patient care, including seating patients and providing post-operative instructions.
Qualifications:
· Strong willingness to learn and receive feedback and direction.
· Attention to detail and proven organizational skills.
· Reliable and punctual with a consistent commitment to the role.
· Experience with sterilization procedures desirable but not required.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery as a volunteer, where you'll unearth hidden talents, cultivate fresh interests, and delve into a profound exploration of your own strengths and values. Through the act of giving back, not only do you make a positive impact on the community, but you also unlock untapped potential within yourself. Apply today and be a part of something truly special.
2 Shifts
- 11:45 AM to 04:00 PM EST - Spots available: 1
- 07:45 AM to 12:00 PM EST - Spots available: 1
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About LAKELAND VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE INC
Location:
600 W PEACHTREE ST, LAKELAND, FL 33815, US
Mission Statement
Lakeland Volunteers In Medicine (LVIM) empowers the medically underserved of Polk County to live healthier lives by providing access to FREE, high-quality, comprehensive healthcare through a community of caring volunteers.
Description
VOLUNTEERS ARE THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO!
At LVIM, patients gain a medical home and have access to doctors’ visits, diagnostic testing, lab tests, ultrasound scans and x-rays at no charge because of our volunteer staff. More extensive diagnostics, such as CT’s and MRI’s, are also available through a network of participating ancillary providers who volunteer their facilities, staff and professional time also at no charge to LVIM or the patients. Additionally, LVIM operates a full-service pharmacy, funded by United Way of Central Florida, filling approximately 30,000 prescriptions a year. The Prescription Assistance Program within LVIM secures almost $3 million of brand-name prescriptions for patients at no charge.
At LVIM, the treatment is free; the care is priceless.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
600 West Peachtree St.Lakeland, FL 33815
DATE POSTED
August 5, 2024
SKILLS
- Dental
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3 Month (One - 4 hour shift per week) Total for 48 hours