Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Write clearly, concisely, logically, and legibly.
• •Demonstrate accuracy in spelling and basic math.
• •Speak, understand, and write grammatically correct English.
• •Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of dentistry.
• •Possess exceptional human relation skills.
• •Ability to work with interruptions and manage multiple tasks.
• •Demonstrate exceptional manual dexterity.
• •Ability to complete tasks within time frame.
• •Dress according to office policy.
• •Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• •Answer the telephone by the third ring in a warm, friendly voice identifying the office, self and asking 'How may I help you?'
• •Use gloves, mask, eyewear, and lab coat with every patient.
• •Sterilize hygiene instruments and operative instruments.
• •Place barriers on equipment in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
• •Use intraoral camera to educate patients.
• •Follow Doctor's recommendation for patient's treatment plan.
• •Cross train in other areas of the office.
• •Attend continuing education courses annually.
• •Review and update patient health history, dental history and dental charting at each visit.
• •Collect preliminary data prior to Doctor's initial exam which would include necessary x-rays, full mouth charting - including complete periodontal charting and Oral cancer screening.
• •Educate patients as to the condition of their oral health, their options for treatment, what to expect with/without treatment - guiding them to an informed decision.
• •Administer fluoride treatments.
• •Maintain inventory and place oral hygiene supplies to be ordered.
• •Try not to leave your patient unattended in the chair.
• •Accurately chart all procedures performed including date, services, necessary clinical notes (i.e. prognosis, treatment option, etc.), procedures and time needed for next visit and your initials.

Desired Qualifications

• •Attend and contribute to daily huddle.
• •Attend and contribute to bi-weekly training.
• •Facilitate interoffice team communication with respectful and constructive problem solving techniques.
• •Understand and respect the behavior, attitude and beliefs in congruence with the values and vision of the practice.
• •Maintain a clean and uncluttered environment in the work area.
• •Focus conversations with patients and the patient or dentistry, avoiding personal problems or gossip.
• •Educate patients at every opportunity.
• •Greet each patient with a smile as welcomed guests to the practice.
• •Meet and greet all patients as welcomed guests to the practice.
• •Introduce each new patient to other team members (2-1 Transfer).
• •Listen to each patient's needs.
• •Promote treatment plans and encourage patients to begin treatment.
• •Maintain an outgoing, friendly attitude with patients and team member at all times.
• •Ask each patient for a referral.
• •Complete tasks within given time frames.
• •Perform all other duties as assigned.
• •Answer questions from patient and team members cheerfully.
• •Contribute to team spirit.
• •Combine efficiency, productivity, and caring for patients in all actions.
• •Monitor key indicators each day to evaluate attainment of its goals.
• •Complete a tem action plan at the end of every meeting.
• •Resolve conflict among team members quickly and fairly.
• •Charge out procedure and electronically send claims.
• •Maintain and assist the Doctor with clinical notes.
• •Maintain patient comfort and be sensitive to patient's real or imagined fear of being alone in the treatment room.
• •Oversee supplies and equipment.
• •Turn on and off each day the x-ray machine, compressor, lights, water, nitrous and oxygen tanks, and suction system.
• •Set up and break down rooms.
• •Disinfect room and equipment after each patient.
• •Introduce patient to Doctor enthusiastically.
• •Keep abreast of products, services, and treatments
• •Call each patient after difficult treatment.
• •Be sure treatment room is ready, stocked and disinfected before a patient is brought to the room.
• •Greet patient and introduce yourself when bringing the to the treatment room.