Dental Assistant II

Job Summary

To assist with quality dental care and associated services to patients under the general supervision of a dentist using established dental assisting procedures while collaborating in a team environment in a variety of patient care and clinical duties.

Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities

• Must be well-organized with great attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Reviews the schedule frequently to maximize time management.
• Welcomes the patient and parent back by introducing them to clinic area.
• Affords assistance to the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Reviews treatment needed and answers any questions prior to starting procedures.
• Completes all treatment consents including re-care and op sheets.
• Performs routine dental cleanings.
• Plans for next visit prior to walk out.
• Reviews charts daily to check x-rays, clinical notes and frequency limitations for patients.
• Maintains adequate supplies and compiles a list for Clinical Coordinator inventory control and ordering purposes.
• Edifies parents and patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Takes and develops dental radiographs.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations according to OSHA standards.
• Maintain care of units (flush lines, fill h2o bottles, place tablet in h2o, change traps).
• Completes daily, weekly, and monthly duties as outlined in OSHA Manual.

Education And Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Successful completion of a dental assistant program as per state guidelines.
• Dental x-ray certification.
• Coronial Polishing Certification.
• Additional certification such as nitrous oxide desired but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Strong knowledge of dental software.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Effectively working as a team member; function independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative; be flexible to shift priorities; maintain confidentiality; establish and maintain effective interpersonal work relationships.

What's in it for you!

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Growth opportunities.
• A positive work environment in a stable growing company.