Dental Assistant - We Will Train You!

NORTH OLYMPIC HEALTHCARE NETWORK • Port Angeles, WA

4d • $19 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The dental assistant position assists the dental provider by preparing the patient for their dental treatment. The dental assist provides a patient-centered, welcoming environment for the patient and assists the dental provider as needed during the dental visit. The dental assistant provides overall flow management of daily patient visits.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant program
• Be registered as a dental assistant with the State of Washington
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, detail oriented
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess a patient-centered focus
• Ability to be flexible and multi-task
• Uphold the mission and vision of the organization, Create and maintain a positive culture
• Present a professional appearance, attitude and demeanor
• English, speaking and written
• May require prolonged standing and sitting.
• Medium to high level of manual dexterity required.
• Bending over and reaching for equipment required.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous dental assistant experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in EHR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the patient for dental visit
• Prepares treatment area for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Provides instrumentation to treatment area; positioning instruments, suctioning, passing instruments, etc.
• Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Taking patients medical history and vitals when needed
• Preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions
• Taking impressions of patients’ teeth when needed
• Assists in maintaining dental supply inventory in the department
• Assists dental providers in managing dental emergencies
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and policies
• Assisting with scheduling, phones and patient check-in when needed
• Other duties as assigned.
• Work efficiently and effectively by implementing LEAN methodologies
• Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed
• Establish and maintain collaborative supporting relationships with all staff and providers

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
• 4% 401k Contribution
• $50 a month HRA contribution to be used towards qualifying medical expenses
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees