Job Description: Certified Dental Assistant (Position is available immediately in a general dental office providing care to people of all ages)
We are seeking a full-time Certified Dental Assistant (Preferred) to join our team. However, applicants who are not certified may also apply.
Vision:
Our vision is to provide a unique dental experience for our employees and patients that focuses on relationships to help them achieve overall health. It is our goal to educate and inform our patients and offer services to meet their dental needs in a comfortable relaxing and FUN atmosphere! We intentionally schedule time to get to know each of our patients individually and listen to their questions and concerns before we offer restorative treatment. We feel like our time and effort is both worthwhile and well spent as it gives the patient the autonomy to choose the kind of care they desire and a path to follow on their way to a healthier lifestyle. Each member of our team is devoted to these principals of caring and concern, and because we care, each day is an opportunity for our team members to help a friend or meet someone new and invite them to achieve a new level of dental health.
Duties:
Our Dental Assistants are very important members of our team. They like it here, because they feel seen and heard and know that the work that they do really matters. They work hand in hand with the doctor, the hygienists and the patient care coordinator to provide the highest quality of care and often set the tone for each patient appointment.
It is integral to the vision of our practice that each member including our assistants expresses kindness and compassion to our patients as well as their co-workers. We are a close knit team. If you like feeling like you're part of something awesome, this is a great place to work. It comes back around, the effort you put forth. The patients truly appreciate our team and often leave our office sparkling 5 Star Reviews. Reading those at the end of the week reminds us why we come to work each day.
Our Dental Assistants are also trained to answer phones, meet and greet and can schedule patients. They enjoy educating our patients and answering their questions. They help the patient to feel welcome and comfortable. They are extremely organized which allows our team to provide the services we provide in a timely manner with precision and accuracy. They set up rooms and prepare for the days agenda making sure the supplies and equipment are ready and available. They assist the doctor in the performance of his or her duties. They teach our patients the difference between health and disease and offer hope and inspiration. Our Dental Assistants are capable of dismissing a patient at the end of their appointment, but normally hand them off to our Patient Care Coordinator. They then use our Dentrix Dental Software and provide clear and concise procedure notes to accurately document the care completed. They make sure procedural names and codes are correct, so patient billing can be processed before the patient leaves the office. Dental Assistants sometimes make appointments and help the doctor or hygienist prepare treatment plans for patients. They sometimes assist our Patient Care Coordinator in the performance of her duties.
Our Dental Assistants are infection control conscious, they run quality control tests to ensure our equipment is sterilized. They do the actual sterilization and cleaning of equipment and rooms. Our Dental Assistants take radiographs (X-rays) using our Dexis Sensors and Kavo CBCT and ensure their safety and accuracy in storage. Our Dental Assistants are CPR Certified and are prepared to respond to any dental emergency. They also order supplies under the direct supervision of the doctor and ensure all supplies are in-stock and current
Dental assistants perform custom whitening procedures and take impressions and pour models and learn to operate our Digital Scanner. Our Dental Assistants enjoy the variety the job entails while holding themselves to a high standard and provide excellent care to our patients.
Our team dynamic allows for input from our Dental Assistants. We encourage you to offer your thoughts and opinions. You are an important member of our team, and your ideas are held in high regard and considered when making decisions. All of this is based on the trust that is formed between each team member and the rest of our staff including the doctor. This office is designed to promote personal growth and development, and it is our desire that each team member feels respected and appreciated and integral to the success of the practice.
Compensation
Hourly rate based on level of education, experience and ability
Dental care for the employee
Discounted dental care for the immediate family
Simple IRA
Vacation
Holidays
Schedule flexibility (limited)
Bonuses
Continuing education
Other: negotiable based on commitment to the practice and effort and ability
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Work Location: In person
