Dental Assistant

Position Summary Dental Assistant works under a dentist’s supervision to perform prosthodontic exams used for implant treatment planning, supports the Patient Education Consultants, and assists with a variety of patient care tasks, including clinical, office, and laboratory duties. Responsibilities Support and assist PECs in patient treatment acceptance. Collaborate with doctors and clinical staff to ensure patient adherence to treatment plans, including medical clearances, interventions, treatment goals, and self‑management goals. Provide chair‑side assistance while dentists examine and treat patients. Prepare materials for impressions and restorations, take and process dental x‑rays as directed by a dentist. Support dental and surgical assistants as needed, including cleaning trays and setting up and cleaning rooms. Ensure patients are comfortable in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and obtain their dental records. Review prosthetic evaluation paperwork, consents, and medical history with patients. Complete needs assessments of high‑risk patients, manage medical clearances, and follow up on delayed treatments. Coordinate with front office, prosthodontist, and oral surgeon regarding patient health, needs, lab script, and treatment plan finalization. Clarify medication with patients and their medical doctors, addressing any health history concerns. Communicate appropriately to patients and families regarding treatment. Assist in marketing efforts to increase patient lead generation as needed. Obtain dental records such as impressions, x‑rays, intra‑ and extra‑oral pictures, bite registration, face bow, and medical records. Educate patients on treatment plans, phases, consent forms, pre‑op and post‑op instructions. Correspond with other doctors and physicians to obtain patient medical clearances. Assist with other patient appointments as instructed by the dentist. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Dental hygiene experience, preferably with implant experience. Reliable, works well with others in a fast‑paced environment, with good manual dexterity. Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Physical Requirements Work in an office environment at own or others’ desks/offices. Walk the floor, occasionally for extended periods. Lift or move up to 50 lbs. Stand for extended periods. Keep hand and arm steady while manipulating small objects. Adjust machine controls precisely. Bend, stretch, twist, or reach with the body, arms, and/or legs. Coordinate two or more limbs while sitting or standing. Use trunk strength to support the body continuously without fatigue. Shift between multiple activities or information sources. Compensation Salary: $28.00 - $32.00 hourly. Sign‑on bonus: $2000. Company Overview ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers is a national network providing dental implant care across the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr