Specialty Dental Assistant Pediatrics

PDS Health•Enterprise, NV

18h

About The Position

The Specialty Dental Assistant supports clinicians by delivering the Perfect Patient Experience and helping create Patients for Life. The role includes patient care, office, and laboratory duties, such as preparing patients for oral examinations and assisting dental professionals with treatment. Specialty Dental Assistants primarily support clinicians in their assigned specialty, including pediatrics, and may need additional training. The role requires constructive collaboration with specialty dental assistants, patients, and front-office staff, as well as effective listening, communication, and follow-through. Specialty Dental Assistants travel to multiple assigned offices as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent, and state-mandated training courses for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates, licenses, or registrations required by the applicable state.
For Specialty Dental Assistants, a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, or reliable alternate transportation that allows timely travel to multiple offices per day. Driver’s license verification includes a background check and motor vehicle record check at hire.
Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, or other business-community members.
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 co-workers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagram-form instructions.
Ability to use basic computer software.
Self-starter who sets realistic goals, meets commitments, persists, and prioritizes work to achieve results.
Flexible, adaptive, empathetic, ethical customer-service approach.
Active listening and observation skills, with the ability to influence and support mutually beneficial change.
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 maintain strict confidentiality of patient records.
Organized, detail-oriented approach and 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 the Perfect Patient Experience by keeping patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual 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 help ensure clinicians’ schedules run smoothly and efficiently.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful 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 dental treatment.
Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures at the clinician’s direction.
Prepare procedure tray setups and maintain and replenish operatory supplies.
Keep patients’ mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices.
Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the clinician.
Record patient charting and clinician notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the clinician.
Present treatment records, consents, and health history to the clinician before treatment.
Maintain equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
Work with the Lead Dental Assistant to ensure adequate clinical supplies are available.
Learn to use 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 best operational practices based on the “We Believes.”
Demonstrate stewardship of the PDS Brand and make decisions consistent with its framework.
Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to help gain Patients for Life.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies, and address others professionally and respectfully.
Comply with company policies and applicable state, federal, and other regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Travel to multiple assigned offices as required; travel may be planned or unplanned and may change without notice.