Traveling Dental Assistant Periodontics

PDS Health•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•$23 - $32

About The Position

The Dental Assistant supports clinicians by effectively 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 examinations and assisting dental professionals with treatment. The assistant works constructively with coworkers, specialty dental assistants, patients, and front-office staff, communicates work progress, keeps commitments, and addresses problems practically. For specialty assignments, including Periodontics, the assistant primarily supports clinicians in that specialty and may need additional training. Specialty Dental Assistants travel to multiple offices, sometimes several times per day; travel may be planned or unplanned and can change without notice. They need a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, or reliable alternate transportation that allows timely travel between assigned offices. The role requires compliance with applicable state duties and regulations, company policies, and relevant infection-control requirements. The assistant maintains professional conduct and appearance, supports the company’s culture and patient-experience standards, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent, and training courses required by the state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates, licenses, or registrations required by the applicable state.
For specialty assignments, a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, or reliable alternate transportation that permits timely travel between multiple 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 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 diagram-based instructions.
Ability to use basic computer software.
Self-motivation, reliability, and 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 approach and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Results-oriented approach, including setting realistic goals, meeting commitments, persistence, and prioritizing daily work.
Customer-service orientation, including flexibility, adaptability, empathy, passion, and ethical conduct.
Active listening and observation skills, and ability to influence constructively.

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 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 care.
Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures at the clinician’s direction.
Prepare procedure trays 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.”
Represent the PDS Brand and make decisions consistent with its framework.
Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to help gain Patients for Life.
Maintain professional appearance and demeanor, and address others professionally and respectfully.
Comply with company policies and state, federal, and other regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Travel promptly to multiple assigned offices, sometimes several times per day, using a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance or reliable alternate transportation.