Coronal Polishing DA

Benevis•Savannah, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Franklin Dental and Braces is seeking a full-time Coronal Polishing Dental Assistant for their Savannah location, working from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The role involves providing support to the office and assisting professional dental staff with treatment, focusing on creating memorable patient experiences and delivering quality, affordable dental care. The position requires a minimum of 1 year of Dental Assistant experience with coronal polishing and an Expanded Functions Certification (EFDA). The company emphasizes a fun and impactful work environment, with a patient base that is 70% or more children.

Requirements

Minimum 1 yr DA experience with coronal polishing
Expanded Functions Certification (EFDA)
Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent.
X-ray certification, other certified dental assistant credentials may be required (state and position specific)

Nice To Haves

Love working with kids (they make up 70% or more of our patient base)

Responsibilities

Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
Guide parents and patients through our processes before treatment
Educate patients in oral hygiene instruction and provide postoperative instructions
Prepare patient for examination and treatment
Take x-rays and save to patient charts
Delivery of direct care to patients, including coronal polishing, application of sealants and fluoride, and related procedures, under the general supervision of a dentist in states where allowed under state dental board regulations.
Responsible for the operational readiness of the hygiene bay and operatory rooms
Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures
Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
Clean chairs and rooms
Assist professional dental staff with treatment
Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient chart
Assist with suctioning, holding retractors and suture cutting during surgical procedures
Pour, trim and polish impression casts
Fabricate custom impression trays
Responsible for adhering to all government regulations and company standards
Perform to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs
Other duties as assigned
Have fun and make sure our patients are having fun too
Provide memorable patient experiences by showing compassion for our patients and parents
Get out into your community -- participate in local events including school screenings, presentations and any opportunity to promote a positive image of us
Look around and do more than you are asked to do by assisting with other office duties as needed
Participate in morning huddles (hey, even ask to run one!), let your peers know how much you appreciate them, highlight great examples of customer focus, collaboration etc