Traveling Dental Assistant Oral Surgery

PDS Health•Renton, WA

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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. In the Oral Surgery specialty, the assistant primarily supports clinicians in that specialty and may need additional training. The position involves traveling to multiple assigned offices, potentially several times per day, with travel that may be planned or unplanned and may change without notice. The assistant works with specialty dental assistants, clinicians, patients, and front-office staff, and is expected to communicate constructively, keep commitments, share progress, and address problems professionally.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, plus training courses mandated by the state 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 supports timely travel between multiple offices.
Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, or 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 and professional documents, technical procedure manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations.
Effective verbal and written communication with patients and co-workers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions.
Ability to use basic computer software.
Results-oriented approach, including setting realistic goals, meeting commitments, persistence, and prioritization.
Customer-service orientation, including flexibility, empathy, passion, and ethical conduct.
Active listening and influencing skills.
Self-motivation, reliability, and 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.
Organization, attention to detail, 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.
Participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by focusing patients on optimal treatment and 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 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 state infection-control guidelines.
Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist in providing efficient, quality dental care.
Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures as directed by the clinician.
Prepare procedure tray setups 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 clinicians’ 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.
Work 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 best 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.
Travel to multiple assigned offices as required, using reliable transportation.