Dental Assistant II
About The Position
The position dedicates over 90% of the time to performing chair side dental assisting duties with occasional administrative and operational support in the absence of auxiliary supervisory staff. Strong interpersonal skills are required to assist in the day to day management of clinical personnel in the absence of the Office Manager or other higher level supervisory personnel. Familiarity with organization and department protocols and procedures, dental materials and supplies, and an above average level of technical chair side competence are a must. The position also requires the ability to assess changing departmental conditions /resources and to be able to initiate actions which assure that patient care and operational demands are addressed in a timely manner. Community outreach position requires performing assignments related to supporting offsite projects. Strong organizational skills are required to accurately and religiously maintain inventory and program records; develop, coordinate, and update schedules; and plan activities. Communication and computer skills will be useful to develop audience appropriate materials and conduct presentations before large groups when requested by the Dental Director.
Requirements
- Minimum two year full time experience as a clinical assistant
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Work behavior (in- house applicants) that demonstrates clinical proficiency, team/leadership support, and responsible job performance may be substituted for one year of experience (Approval by Dental Director required)
- Familiarity with electronic dental software; Dentrix Enterprise preferred.
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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
501-1,000 employees
