Expanded Function and Entry Level Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Growing and Dynamic Dental Team!

Are you an experienced and dedicated Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) or entry level dental assistant looking for a supportive and innovative environment to advance your career? Join our thriving multi-doctor practice, where we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and education. We are seeking a passionate individual to become a vital part of our lively and dynamic team.

Position Overview:

This is a full-time position where you will play a crucial role in the delivery of high-quality, comprehensive dental care. Our practice offers a wide range of services, focusing on general dentistry, as well as serving patients with Medicaid and PPO insurance plans.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Clinical Assistance: Expertly assist our dentists during a variety of dental procedures, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and comfortable experience for the patient.
• Expanded Duties: Fully utilize your Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) certifications, performing delegated functions with precision and compliance.
• Patient Engagement and Education: Engage proactively with patients to enhance their understanding of their individual oral health needs, treatment plans, and proper home care. Your role includes providing clear and compassionate instruction to maximize patient compliance and positive outcomes.
• Sterilization and Infection Control: Maintain the highest standards of sterilization, cleanliness, and infection control within the clinical areas.
• Operational Support: Assist with inventory management, preparing treatment rooms, and ensuring all necessary materials and instruments are ready before and after each patient appointment.

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking an experienced EDDA who possesses the following essential qualities:

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience as an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant is a non-negotiable requirement.
• Willingness and Commitment: Disciplined and willing to learn and excel.
• Strong Leadership Skills: The ability to take initiative, manage clinical flow, and guide patients through their appointments effectively.
• Exceptional Organizational Skills: Meticulous attention to detail in scheduling, charting, and preparing for procedures to ensure a seamless operation.
• Commitment and Reliability: A high level of commitment to the practice, the team, and our patients, ensuring consistent and dependable attendance.
• Positive Attitude: A genuinely positive and energetic demeanor is required. We value individuals who contribute to a cheerful and professional atmosphere.

Our Team Culture:

We pride ourselves on having a vibrant team culture built on:

• Positivity: We encourage and celebrate a positive work environment, recognizing that a happy team leads to better patient care.
• Respect: Mutual respect among all team members, doctors, and patients is the foundation of our daily interactions.
• Collaboration: We work together, supporting one another to achieve our collective goals.
• Fun and Productivity: We believe in the mantra of "getting stuff done" while still maintaining an enjoyable and engaging workplace. We value a healthy work-life balance and a professional atmosphere that doesn't take itself too seriously.

If you are a highly organized, committed, and positive EDDA or person ready to join a practice where your skills are valued and your career can flourish, we encourage you to apply.