Specialty Dental Assistant Orthodontics

PDS Health•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bernardo Heights Dental Group is seeking a Specialty Dental Assistant for Orthodontics. This role offers opportunities to learn new skills from experienced professionals and gain valuable experience. The primary function of the Dental Assistant is to support clinicians by delivering an excellent patient experience, aiming to create 'Patients for Life'. Dental assistants perform various patient care, office, and laboratory duties, including preparing patients for examinations and assisting dental professionals with treatments. They must collaborate effectively with co-workers, patients, and the front office, sharing ideas constructively and positively. A successful dental assistant actively listens, keeps commitments, communicates progress, and addresses problems to find practical business solutions. Specialty Dental Assistants working in areas like Orthodontics may require additional training.

Requirements

Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state.
Specialty Dental Assistants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. Driver’s license must be verified by completing a background check and motor vehicle record check at the time of hire.
Specialty Dental Assistants are required to timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per day, and must have reliable means of transportation to travel to assigned offices.
In lieu of a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, Specialty Dental Assistant must have reliable means of alternate transportation which would allow for required, timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per day.
Travel may be planned or unplanned and is subject to change without notice.
Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, or other members of the business community.
Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressure.
Ability to interact with other Clinicians and Owner Doctors effectively
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedure manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively and present information, both verbally and in writing, to patients and co-workers.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
Ability to maneuver through basic computer software.
Results Oriented (Energetic self-starter; sets realistic goals; meets commitments; persistent, prioritizes daily to achieve results).
Customer Service Advocate (flexible and adaptive; empathetic; passionate; ethical).
Influencer (active listener/observer of behavior; creates a win/win need for change)
Self-motivated, reliable individual capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to multi-task effectively without compromising the quality of the work.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Ability to handle and maintain extreme confidentially Patient records.
Organized, detail-oriented individual able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
Actively participate in the PPE by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns.
Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to other team members as appropriate.
Communicate with the front and back office teams to ensure the Orthodontists schedule runs smoothly and efficiently.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines.
Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist- thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
At the direction of the clinician, complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner.
Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed to provide efficient patient care.
Keep the patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the clinician.
Record patient charting and all the clinician’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the clinician.
Support patient care by presenting treatment record, consents and health history to clinician prior to patient treatment.
Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
Work closely with Lead Dental Assistant to ensure adequate clinical supplies are on hand.
Utilize technology by learning how to operate and give explanation/demonstration of how to operate to others.
Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings and any other meetings as required.
Models company culture, values, standards and best operational practices based on the “We Believes.”
Demonstrates stewardship of the PDS Brand making decisions consistent with the PDS Brand framework.
Implements the Perfect Patient Experience process in efforts to gain Patients for Life.
Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies; addresses others professionally and respectfully.
Ensures Compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodies.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.