Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

Pacific Dental Services • Pflugerville, TX

406d • $39,000 - $54,600

About The Position

The Traveling Dental Assistant at Pflugerville Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics plays a crucial role in supporting clinicians by delivering the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE) and ensuring patient care is prioritized. This position involves a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, including preparing patients for examinations, assisting in treatments, and maintaining a clean and efficient work environment. The role requires effective communication and collaboration with team members and may involve travel to multiple office locations.

Requirements

• Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state.
• Specialty Dental Assistants must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state's Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
• Actively participate in the PPE by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns.
• Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to other team members as appropriate.
• Communicate with the front and back office teams to ensure the Orthodontists schedule runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist, thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
• At the direction of the clinician, complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed to provide efficient patient care.
• Keep the patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the clinician.
• Record patient charting and all the clinician's notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the clinician.
• Support patient care by presenting treatment record, consents and health history to clinician prior to patient treatment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer's guidelines.
• Work closely with Lead Dental Assistant to ensure adequate clinical supplies are on hand.
• Utilize technology by learning how to operate and give explanation/demonstration of how to operate to others.
• Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings and any other meetings as required.
• Model company culture, values, standards and best operational practices based on the 'We Believes.'
• Demonstrate stewardship of the PDS Brand making decisions consistent with the PDS Brand framework.
• Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process in efforts to gain Patients for Life.
• Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies; address others professionally and respectfully.
• Ensure Compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodies.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED