Dental Assistant I
About The Position
The Dental Assistant position performs clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties include assist providers in chair-side procedures, prepare and set up instruments, materials and equipment, sterilize instruments and ensure infection control measures are utilized. The position prepares patients for treatment, provides patients with comfort measures, education, and instructions for follow-up care procedures. Schedules patients and manages patient flow, prepares and maintains patient charts, information, clinical progress notes and other dental records.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Some experience as a dental assistant
- Any combination of experience and training which provide the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) Certification through the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)
- CPR certification or successful completion within 90 days of employment.
- Ability to provide integrity, ingenuity, motivation and inventiveness to implement new skills and knowledge brought about by rapid changing information and technology.
- Knowledge in dental insurance claim processing.
- Ability to perform a variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time sensitive deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills to ensure efficiencies and quality customer service.
- Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor during difficult client interactions.
- Ability to display non-judgmental and empathetic listening skills.
- High degree of detail-oriented skill level.
- Knowledge and understanding of protected sensitive patient health information (HIPAA) and confidentiality.
- Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment.
- Ability to perform job duties with integrity and innovation to ensure completion and a high level of quality.
- Ability to understand and adhere to required administrative policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) through DANB.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists and hygienists in chair-side procedures by organizing and preparing necessary instruments and supplies for dental treatment.
- Assist provider during procedures using 4-handed dentistry.
- Prepare and set up instruments, materials and equipment necessary for each procedure.
- Sterilize instruments and ensure infection control measures are utilized in the cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment and exam rooms.
- Schedule patients and manage patient flow.
- Perform routine reception work such as answering phones, taking messages, etc.
- Provide information regarding dental insurance claim processing as needed.
- Prepare and maintain patient charts and patient information handouts.
- Prepare and maintain clinical progress notes and other dental records.
- Provide patient education, counseling, and follow-up.
- Respond to patient questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
- Collect and record patient health histories and vital information.
- Help to inform and comfort patients before, during and after dental treatment.
- Obtain and process appropriate radiographs.
- Advise and educate patients in oral hygiene and dental care.
- Follow up with patients regarding post-visit instructions.
- Utilize the requisite tools, systems, technology and equipment in the collection of patient data, records management and collection.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone’s mission and goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
