Dental Assistant

WOW! Smiles • Vallejo, CA

79d

About The Position

The position involves assisting in the performance of quality, caring clinical dentistry and becoming adept at assigned clinical and technical procedures. The assistant will aid the doctor smoothly and unobtrusively, performing clinical and technical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist. Responsibilities include preparing the patient, operatory, and equipment to assist the doctor during examinations and treatment, maintaining awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients, and adhering to all required OSHA and health regulations. The role requires travel to all responsible region locations.

Requirements

• Must have X-ray license.
• Must have Infection Control certificate.
• Must have Dental Practice Act.
• Must be CPR certified.
• May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Active movement throughout the day: sitting, walking, standing, squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, etc.
• Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Able to satisfactorily communicate with patients, doctor, and other staff members.
• Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment.
• May be required to administer CPR.
• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and radiation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the performance of quality, caring clinical dentistry.
• Become adept at assigned clinical and technical procedures.
• Aid the doctor smoothly and unobtrusively.
• Perform clinical and technical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist.
• Prepare the patient, operatory, and equipment for examinations and treatment.
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
• Maintain equipment and inventory.
• Adhere to all required OSHA and health regulations.
• Interact positively with patients at all times.
• Show care and concern to help patients feel comfortable.
• Maintain a pleasant, caring, people-oriented team attitude.
• Escort patients to and from treatment room/chair.
• Review areas for improvement with patients and give progress updates.
• Give patient instructions and demonstrate when necessary.
• Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave.
• Perform patient care calls.
• Assist the orthodontist in the delivery of patient care.
• Understand basic dental terminology and learn practice-specific terms.
• Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation at appointments.
• Take impressions for study molds and appliances.
• Follow laboratory and sterilization procedures according to office protocol.
• Prepare teeth for bonding and assist doctor with bonding.
• Remove, size, and place arch wires as allowed by certifications.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while multi-tasking and learning quickly.
• Perform electronic patient charting in Orthodontic software.
• Ensure patient charts are complete and include necessary forms before treatment.
• Take patients' records (photos, pano, ceph).
• Handle patient information in compliance with legal requirements, including HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of business and client information.
• Maintain open communication with doctors, patients, front desk, and office manager.
• Clean and sanitize instruments without cross-contamination.
• Keep dental units ready, stocked, and clean.
• Monitor inventory and alert the office manager to order supplies as needed.
• Maintain a welcoming and attractive office environment.
• Assist the marketing team in both internal and external marketing initiatives.
• Staff a minimum of two marketing events per quarter.
• Represent the company throughout the community.
• Be an active participant in team meetings, trainings, and team-building events.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management and the doctor.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees