Traveling Dental Assistant Periodontics

PDS Health•The Woodlands, TX

12d

About The Position

The Dental Assistant supports clinicians by helping deliver the Perfect Patient Experience and providing patient, office, and laboratory support. The role prepares patients for oral examinations and treatment, assists dental professionals with care, and collaborates constructively with specialty dental assistants, patients, and front-office staff. Dental assistants assigned to specialties such as Periodontics primarily support clinicians in that specialty and may need additional training. Specialty Dental Assistants travel to assigned offices, potentially visiting multiple locations several times per day. Travel may be planned or unplanned and may change without notice. The assistant must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, or reliable alternate transportation that enables timely travel between assigned offices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent, and training courses required by the state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates, licenses, or registrations as mandated by the applicable state.
Specialty Dental Assistants must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, or reliable alternate transportation that permits required 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, analyze, and interpret business, professional, technical, safety, maintenance, and regulatory documents.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with patients and co-workers.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions.
Ability to use basic computer software.
Results-oriented, energetic self-starter who sets realistic goals, meets commitments, persists, and prioritizes daily work.
Flexible, adaptive, empathetic, ethical customer-service approach.
Active listening and observation skills and 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.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
Participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by helping patients focus on optimal treatment while addressing their 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 ensure the clinicians’ schedules run smoothly and efficiently.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, and clean operatories in accordance with applicable state infection-control guidelines.
Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist in providing efficient, quality dental treatment.
Complete radiographs and intra-oral photographs 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 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.”
Demonstrate stewardship of the PDS Brand and make decisions consistent with its framework.
Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to build lasting patient relationships.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, and address others professionally and respectfully.
Comply with company policies and applicable state, federal, and other regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Travel to assigned offices in a timely manner, potentially to multiple locations several times per day, using a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle or reliable alternate transportation.