Dental Assistant

A full-time dental assistant is needed for a progressive practice. 1-2 years of dental experience necessary. Work in our upbeat atmosphere with a great group of peers and a caring general dentist and prosthodontist. Your friendly smile, enthusiasm and positive attitude could make you a strong candidate for this great career opportunity. Past sales experience and customer service experience would be a plus. Join us! Email us right away at for information with your resume and cover letter

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for assisting the general dentist or prosthodontist in the clinical treatment of patients.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Patient Management

o Greet patients when they sign in and monitor arrival time

o Set up treatment rooms for procedures

o Escort patients to treatment room

o Seat patients in treatment rooms

o Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable

o Obtain and review health histories according to office protocol

o Ensure patients are always attended

o Anticipate and assist general dentist or prosthodontist's needs

o Perform expanded functions and other tasks as assigned by the general dentist or prosthodontist.

o Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave

o Chart patients and record date, service rendered and any charges

o Escort patients from the treatment room

o Ensure proper treatment notes are recorded in patient’s chart

o Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by general dentist or prosthodontist.

o Give patient instruction and demonstrate when necessary

o Monitor patient flow

o Notify Treatment Coordinator if a patient should be called in the evening after a difficult appointment

Treatment Room Management and Sterilization

o Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean

o Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures

o Disinfect treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations

o Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations

o Keep trays, instruments and treatment room drawers organized

o Ensure that office sterilization procedures document is on display

o Promptly send out and monitor all dental laboratory cases

o Implement the preventative maintenance/cleaning schedule for dental equipment

o Maintain dental office emergency kits and nitrous and oxygen tanks

o Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol

Records Management

o Securely store and handle patient records in compliance with state and federal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations

o Track cases and referrals to and from other doctors

o Assist in the administration of the recall system

Inventory Management

o Monitor inventory and order dental office supplies as needed

o Ensure that treatment rooms are stocked at all times

Office Participation

o Help in other areas of the office when necessary (i.e., answering phones, unpacking supplies, completing insurance forms, moving former patient records, etc.)

o Be an active participant in team meetings

o Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Profit sharing
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person