Specialty Dental Assistant Periodontics

PDS Health•Marysville, WA

15h

About The Position

The Specialty Dental Assistant supports clinicians in Periodontics and other assigned specialty areas by helping deliver a positive patient experience and providing patient care, office, and laboratory support. The role prepares patients for oral examinations and treatment, assists dental professionals, and works collaboratively with specialty assistants, patients, and front-office staff. Specialty dental assistants may need additional training and are required to travel to multiple offices as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, and training courses required by the state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates, licenses, or registrations required by the applicable state.
Maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance, subject to verification through background and motor-vehicle-record checks; alternatively, have reliable transportation that enables timely travel among assigned offices.
Travel to multiple offices per day as required; travel may be planned or unplanned and may change without notice.
Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, and other members of the business community.
Ability to draw valid conclusions, exercise sound judgment, and make decisions under pressure.
Ability to interact effectively with clinicians and owner doctors.
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
Ability to read and interpret business, professional, technical, safety, maintenance, and regulatory documents.
Effective verbal and written communication with patients and coworkers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
Basic computer software skills.
Self-motivated and reliable, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to multitask without compromising work quality.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of patient records.
Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform duties in accordance with the applicable state's Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
Support a positive patient experience by keeping patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their needs and concerns.
Escort patients to and from the front desk and introduce them to other team members as appropriate.
Communicate with front- and back-office teams to support a smooth and efficient clinician schedule.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and welcoming environment.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, and clean operatories in accordance with applicable state infection-control guidelines.
Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist in providing efficient, quality care.
Complete radiographs and intra-oral photographs at the clinician's direction.
Prepare procedure trays and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory.
Keep patients' mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices.
Provide postoperative and general oral-health-care instructions as directed by the clinician.
Record patient charting and clinician notes in the digital patient chart as directed.
Present treatment records, consents, and health history to the clinician before treatment.
Maintain equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
Coordinate with the Lead Dental Assistant to ensure clinical supplies are available.
Learn to operate technology and explain or demonstrate its operation to others.
Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings, and other required meetings.
Model company culture, values, standards, and operational practices based on the “We Believes.”
Represent the PDS Brand and make decisions consistent with its framework.
Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to build lasting patient relationships.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and communicate respectfully.
Comply with company policies and applicable state, federal, and other regulations.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.