Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics

PDS Health•North Las Vegas, NV

21h

About The Position

The Traveling Dental Assistant Orthodontics supports orthodontic clinicians by assisting with patient care, office, and laboratory duties and helping deliver the Perfect Patient Experience. The position involves preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians, maintaining a clean and sterile environment, documenting care, and coordinating with clinical and front-office staff to support efficient schedules. Specialty dental assistants may require additional training and must travel to multiple assigned offices, sometimes several times per day. Travel may be planned or unplanned and can change without notice.

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.
Reliable transportation to travel to assigned offices in a timely manner, including multiple offices per day when required.
If relying on a driver’s license and automobile, maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance; the license is subject to background and motor vehicle record checks at hire. An alternate reliable means of transportation is acceptable if it enables the required timely travel.
Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, or other business community members.
Ability to draw valid conclusions, use 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.
Effective verbal and written communication with patients and coworkers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagrammatic instructions.
Ability to use basic computer software.
Self-starter who sets realistic goals, meets commitments, persists, and prioritizes work to achieve results.
Flexible, adaptive, empathetic, ethical, and passionate about customer service.
Active listening and observation skills, with the ability to influence constructive change.
Self-motivated and reliable, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to multitask without compromising work quality.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of patient records.
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 encouraging optimal treatment while responding to individual patient 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’ schedules run smoothly and efficiently.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and welcoming 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 photographs at the clinician’s direction.
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 instructions as directed by the clinician.
Enter 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 use 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 implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to support patient retention.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, and treat others professionally and respectfully.
Comply with company policies and applicable state, federal, and other regulations.
Travel to assigned offices as required, potentially to multiple offices per day and with travel plans subject to change.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.