Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

PDS Health•Kansas City, KS

13d•$20 - $28

About The Position

The Dental Assistant supports clinicians by delivering the Perfect Patient Experience and helping create Patients for Life. Dental assistants perform patient-care, office, and laboratory duties; prepare patients for oral examinations; and assist dental professionals with treatment of the teeth, mouth, and gums. They work collaboratively with specialty dental assistants, patients, and front-office staff, communicating constructively and reliably. Specialty dental assistants primarily support clinicians in their specialty and may need additional training. This orthodontics role involves traveling to multiple offices, potentially several times per day, with travel that may be planned or unplanned and subject to change without notice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent, and training courses required by the state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates, licenses, and registrations as mandated by the applicable state.
For specialty dental assistants, a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance are required; the license is verified through background and motor vehicle record checks at hire.
Specialty dental assistants must have reliable transportation for timely travel to multiple offices per day, sometimes several times per day. Reliable alternate transportation is acceptable in lieu of a driver’s license and automobile insurance.
Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, or other business-community members.
Ability to draw valid conclusions, use sound judgment, make decisions under pressure, and interpret and apply policies and procedures.
Ability to interact effectively with clinicians and owner doctors.
Ability to read and interpret business, professional, technical, safety, maintenance, and regulatory documents.
Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills with patients and coworkers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions and use basic computer software.
Self-motivated and reliable, 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 patient-record confidentiality.
Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates results orientation, customer-service advocacy, and influencing skills, including active listening, adaptability, empathy, ethical conduct, and persistence.

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 the Orthodontists’ schedule 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 treatment.
Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures as directed by the clinician.
Prepare procedure tray setups and maintain and replenish 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.”
Make decisions consistent with the PDS Brand framework and demonstrate stewardship of the PDS Brand.
Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to help gain Patients for Life.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies and interact respectfully and professionally.
Comply with company policies and applicable state, federal, and other regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.