Dental Assistant
ProSmile
Job Title : Dental Assistant
Department/Location : Operations
Reports to: Dental Practice Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Company Overview
Destiny Dental is an affiliate of ProSmile, one of the fastest-growing dental organizations, with a vast network of multi-specialty practices across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Washington D.C., and Maryland . Our practices are led by top-tier dentists who are committed to providing exceptional patient care while offering a supportive environment for dental professionals to thrive. We focus on delivering personalized, gentle care to our patients and creating a collaborative workplace with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and ongoing training.
Position Summary
As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of our patients and doctors. The duties of a dental Assistant are very important for the functionality of our dental offices. These duties can include patient care, recordkeeping, and appointment scheduling. As a Dental Assistant, you will work under the supervision of dentists and work closely with dental hygienists in their day-to-day activities.
Duties and Responsibilities Clearly demonstrate knowledge of dental instruments and assist the dentist in rendering patient care chairside.
Maintain inventory control in the operatories where treatment is rendered by the Provider.
Adhering to OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC guidelines.
Deliver world class patient interactions related to scheduling, follow up treatment, post-surgical information and record keeping.
Be able to perform basic lab procedures such as take impressions, pour models, and prepare cases for external labs.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications High School diploma or GED required
Easily able to learn new technologies and systems required and demonstrates a desire to learn
Applicable licensing required for the state in which you will work: Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license or willing to pursue licensure immediately required.
Radiation Health and Safety certificate
Certified Dental Assistant certificate preferred
1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
Knowledge and Skills/Expected Competencies Knowledge of dental instruments and patient care.
Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public.
Excellent organization, prioritization, follow up, analytical and time management
skills with ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
Benefits Summary
At ProSmile, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their families. We offer the following benefits for Full Time Benefits Eligible Positions (35+ hours per week) and Part Time Benefits Eligible Positions (30-35 hours per week):
· Medical Insurance: Choice of five comprehensive Aetna medical plans, including options with low copays, deductible-sharing, and national provider networks.
· Dental Insurance: MetLife plans offering preventative, basic, major, and orthodontic coverage options.
· Vision Insurance: Davis and UHC vision plans with annual exams, eyewear allowances, and contact lens benefits.
· Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts: Pre-tax savings accounts for medical, dependent care, and healthcare expenses.
· Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with voluntary life, short-term, and long-term disability plans.
Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Identity Theft & Fraud Protection
Legal Support Services
Discount Programs (including pet insurance, travel, theme parks, electronics, etc.)
Wellness Programs
Financial Wellness and Planning Tools Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and use hands and arms to operate general office equipment (PC, telephone, file cabinets, copier, fax machine and printer). The employee may occasionally lift and/or move between 10 and 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to travel to healthcare practices.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
The Company reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between the Company and the employee.
Equal Employment
Our culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and leads in provider and patient satisfaction. Prosmile values diversity, inclusion, and equity as matters of fairness and effectiveness. We are committed to hiring and retaining a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering an inclusive working environment where staff of all backgrounds feel welcomed and engaged.
ProSmile is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals underrepresented in the medical sector, including people of color, and persons with non-traditional work and educational experience. All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply.
Company Safety
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. ProSmile is committed to proactively creating and maintaining an environment that is safe for our team and patients. Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks, gloves, gowns, and more as needed and in accordance with CDC standards.
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