Dental Assistant
Department: Operations | Reports to: Dental Practice Manager | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
About the role
Destiny Dental is an affiliate of ProSmile, one of the fastest-growing dental organizations, with a vast network of multi-specialty practices across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Washington D.C., and Maryland. Our practices are led by top-tier dentists who are committed to providing exceptional patient care while offering a supportive environment for dental professionals to thrive. We focus on delivering personalized, gentle care to our patients and creating a collaborative workplace with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and ongoing training.
As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of our patients and doctors. The duties of a dental Assistant are very important for the functionality of our dental offices. These duties can include patient care, recordkeeping, and appointment scheduling. As a Dental Assistant, you will work under the supervision of dentists and work closely with dental hygienists in their day-to-day activities.
Responsibilities
- Clearly demonstrate knowledge of dental instruments and assist the dentist in rendering patient care chairside.
- Maintain inventory control in the operatories where treatment is rendered by the Provider.
- Adhering to OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC guidelines.
- Deliver world class patient interactions related to scheduling, follow up treatment, post-surgical information and record keeping.
- Be able to perform basic lab procedures such as take impressions, pour models, and prepare cases for external labs.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required
- Easily able to learn new technologies and systems required and demonstrates a desire to learn
- Applicable licensing required for the state in which you will work: Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license or willing to pursue licensure immediately required
- Radiation Health and Safety certificate
- Certified Dental Assistant certificate preferred
- 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
Skills
- Knowledge of dental instruments and patient care
- Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public
- Excellent organization, prioritization, follow up, analytical and time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
Benefits
At ProSmile, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their families. We offer the following benefits for Full Time Benefits Eligible Positions (35+ hours per week) and Part Time Benefits Eligible Positions (30-35 hours per week):
- Medical Insurance: Choice of five comprehensive Aetna medical plans, including options with low copays, deductible-sharing, and national provider networks
- Dental Insurance: MetLife plans offering preventative, basic, major, and orthodontic coverage options
- Vision Insurance: Davis and UHC vision plans with annual exams, eyewear allowances, and contact lens benefits
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts: Pre-tax savings accounts for medical, dependent care,