Dental Assistant - Part Time

Familia Dental & Vivid Smiles · Clovis, NM · 1 wk ago

HealthcarePart-time

About the role

Our Clovis office is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team! We provide on-the-job training, so certification is not required to be hired as a DA. We are seeking compassionate, patient-focused individuals to join our dental team as a Dental Assistant-no prior experience or certification required. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training to help you succeed.

Job Purpose

To assist the dentist effectively and efficiently in providing dental care to patients and to promote Familia Dental’s culture and mission and values.

Responsibilities

Welcome and escort patient in a professional and friendly manner from reception area to and from the treatment areas.
Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.
Take and record patient’s medical and dental histories and vital signs, blood pressure & pulse.
Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit per Dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
Take and develop dental diagnostic x-rays.
Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations – as allowed by state law.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist Dentist during dental procedures.
Effectively provide dental education and information to patients to ensure patient awareness of dental health, and oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
Notify Office Manager of equipment trouble or general safety concerns.
Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and regular office meetings.
Recognize and be sensitive to patients’ emotions.
Understand and follow company policy and procedures.
Understand and follow state and federal laws related to a dental office.

Requirements

Exceptional customer/patient service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills.
Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software experience. Denticon experience is preferred.
Ability to work in fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
Detail oriented.
Able to carry out written and verbal instructions.
Organizational and time management skills.
Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Meet state requirements for DA duties, continuing education, or license; Basic Life Support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate.
Dental assisting experience is preferred, but not required.
Experience working within healthcare or related field strongly preferred.

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