Traveling Dental Assistant Endodontics

PDS Health•West Covina, CA

About The Position

The Dental Assistant supports clinicians by effectively delivering the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE) and helping create Patients for Life (PFL). The role includes patient care, office, and laboratory duties, preparing patients for oral examinations, and assisting dental professionals with treatment of the teeth, mouth, and gums. Dental assistants work collaboratively with specialty dental assistants, patients, and front-office staff, communicating constructively and keeping colleagues informed. In a specialty assignment such as Endodontics, the assistant primarily supports clinicians in that specialty and may need additional training. Specialty Dental Assistants travel to multiple offices as required; travel may be planned or unplanned and may change without notice. They must have a valid driver's license and automobile insurance, or reliable alternate transportation that enables timely travel between assigned offices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent, and training courses mandated by the state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates, licenses, or registrations as mandated by the applicable state.
Specialty Dental Assistants must have a valid driver's license and automobile insurance, or reliable alternate transportation that supports required timely travel between multiple offices.
Specialty Dental Assistants may be required to travel to multiple offices per day, sometimes several times per day; travel may be planned or unplanned and subject to change without notice.
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.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with patients and coworkers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions.
Ability to use basic computer software.
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 patient-record confidentiality.
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 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 the schedule runs smoothly and efficiently.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, and clean operatories according to applicable state infection-control guidelines.
Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist in providing efficient, quality dental treatment.
Complete radiographs and intra-oral photographs as directed by the clinician.
Prepare procedure tray setups and maintain adequate supplies in each operatory.
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.
Present treatment records, consents, and health histories 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 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 help gain Patients for Life.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and address others professionally and respectfully.
Comply with company policies and applicable state, federal, and other regulations.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.