We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice to serve our patients and assist our doctors in an array of procedures. Candidates must have at least one year of dental assisting experience.
ABOUT OUR PRACTICE
Would you like to work for a dentist who has an excellent reputation in the community and is known for their integrity? We are seeking an energetic dental assistant with a “get it done” attitude, embraces teamwork and can convey genuine concern for patient care. We offer a competitive salary while working in a professional, respectful, cohesive environment. Our practice values Continuing Education and our focus is the connection between dentistry and overall health. We’re committed to the success of our team and practice. If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please send us your resume for review!
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Patient Management
- Monitor arrival time for scheduled patients
- Escort and seat patients to treatment room
- 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
- Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave
- Escort patients from the treatment room to the front desk to properly check out
- Ensure accurate treatment notes are recorded in patient’s chart for service rendered and any charges
- 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 for any treatment changes that may increase the patient’s charges
Treatment Room Management and Sterilization
- Set up treatment rooms for procedures
- Keep dental units ready, stocked, and clean
- Ensure that treatment rooms are always stocked
- 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
- Monitor nitrous and oxygen tanks levels to ensure levels are adequate to provide treatment
- Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol
- Monitor inventory of dental office supplies and inform the necessary personnel to reorder
Records Management
- Securely store and handle patient records in compliance with state and federal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations
Office Participation
- Help in other areas of the office when necessary (i.e., answering phones, unpacking supplies, etc.)
- Be an active participant in team meetings
- Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of accredited dental assisting program
- Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g. OSHA training)
- Familiar with Dentrix dental software helpful
- Commitment to CE for career development 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
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Olympia, WA 98501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Dental Assistant (Required)
Work Location: In person