Traveling Dental Assistant Oral Surgery

PDS Health•Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

The 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 of the teeth, mouth, and gums. Dental Assistants are expected to work constructively with coworkers, specialty assistants, patients, and front-office staff, communicate progress, honor commitments, and address problems practically. In specialty areas such as Oral Surgery, the assistant primarily supports clinicians in that specialty and may need additional training. Specialty Dental Assistants travel to multiple offices, sometimes several times per day; travel may be planned or unplanned and can change without notice. The role requires a reliable way to travel between assigned offices. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and any state-mandated training and credentials. A one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school, or equivalent education and experience, is preferred. Compensation is $26.25–$36.50 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus training courses required by the state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates, licenses, or registrations as mandated by the applicable state.
For Specialty Dental Assistants, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance, with verification through background and motor vehicle record checks at hire; alternatively, a reliable means of transportation that allows timely travel between assigned offices.
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 materials.
Effective verbal and written communication with patients and coworkers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions.
Ability to use basic computer software.
Self-motivated, reliable, and able 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, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Flexible, adaptive, empathetic, ethical, and customer-service oriented.
Results-oriented, persistent, able to set realistic goals, meet commitments, and prioritize daily work.

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.
Deliver the Perfect Patient Experience by helping patients focus on optimal treatment while addressing their individual needs and concerns.
Escort patients to and from the front desk and introduce them to other team members as appropriate.
Coordinate 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 according to applicable infection-control guidelines.
Prepare patients for treatment and assist clinicians in providing efficient, quality dental care.
Take radiographs and intra-oral pictures as directed by the clinician.
Prepare procedure trays and maintain adequate supplies 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 histories to clinicians 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, and make decisions consistent with the PDS Brand framework.
Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to help gain Patients for Life.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and communicate 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 needed, using a reliable means of transportation.