Dental Assistant I & II
Triad Adult & Pediatric Medicine, Inc. · Highpoint, KS · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
- Ensure that all operatories are ready for patients prior to clinic hours/end of day
- Proficiency in 4-handed dentistry, prioritizing patient comfort
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and dental equipment
- Take and process dental X-rays (with proper certification)
- Perform basic lab tasks, such as pouring and trimming dental models
- Take impressions of patients' teeth for study models or orthodontic appliances
- Apply fluoride treatments and sealants (if qualified and permitted)
- Perform coronal polishing (if qualified and permitted)
- Accurately record all medical/dental findings, results and outcomes in the EHR (Epic Wisdom) in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
- Sequence and appoint comprehensive treatment plans in Wisdom
- Provide post-operative care instructions to patients
- Ensure infection control by following OSHA and CDC guidelines
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments in Wisdom according to effective scheduling policies
- Maintain and update patient records
- Assist with billing, insurance claims, and payment processing
- Order and manage dental supplies and inventory
- Greet and check in patients, ensuring a smooth office workflow
- Ensure the delivery of all dental treatment and care is consistent with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards, including clinic policies and quality initiatives
- Participate in peer review and TAPM Quality Assurance/Improvement surveys and actions