Dental Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic, outgoing, hardworking dental assistant for our rapidly growing practice. No experience required but is beneficial. Approximately 30hr/week with opportunity to expand hours. Payrate $20-35/hr depending on experience. Reach out to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Primary Responsibilities Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients Patient Management Greet patients when they sign in and monitor arrival time Set up treatment rooms for procedures Escort patients to treatment room Seat patients in treatment rooms Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable Obtain and review health histories according to office protocol Ensure patients are always attended Anticipate and assist dentist’s needs Perform expanded functions and other tasks as assigned by the dentist Mix dental materials Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave Chart patients and record date, service rendered and any charges Escort patients from the treatment room Ensure proper treatment notes are recorded in patient’s chart Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by dentist Give patient instruction and demonstrate when necessary Monitor patient flow Notify Treatment Coordinator if a patient should be called in the evening after a difficult appointment Treatment Room Management and Sterilization Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures Disinfect treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations Keep trays, instruments and treatment room drawers organized Ensure that office sterilization procedures document is on display Promptly send out and monitor all dental laboratory cases Implement the preventative maintenance/cleaning schedule for dental equipment Maintain dental office emergency kits and nitrous and oxygen tanks Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol Inventory Management Monitor inventory and order dental office supplies as needed Ensure that treatment rooms are stocked at all times Office Participation Help in other areas of the office when necessary (i.e., answering phones, unpacking supplies, completing insurance forms, moving former patient records, etc.) Be an active participant in team meetings Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office Personnel Requirements Education/Experience Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray requirements, OSHA training) Computer skills [list computer skills required and any specific dental software] Interpersonal Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff #J-18808-Ljbffr Taylor Family Dental