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Reports to: Office ManagerPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patientsSPECIFIC DUTIESPatient Management<ul><li>Greet patients when they sign in and monitor arrival time</li><li>Set up treatment rooms for procedures</li><li>Escort patients to treatment room</li><li>Seat patients in treatment rooms</li><li>Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable</li><li>Obtain and review health histories according to office protocol</li><li>Ensure patients are always attended</li><li>Anticipate and assist dentist&rsquo;s needs</li><li>Perform expanded functions and other tasks as assigned by the dentist</li><li>Mix dental materials</li><li>Ensure patients&rsquo; questions are answered thoroughly before they leave</li><li>Chart patients and record date, service rendered and any charges</li><li>Escort patients from the treatment room</li><li>Ensure proper treatment notes are recorded in patient&rsquo;s chart</li><li>Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by dentist</li><li>Give patient instruction and demonstrate when necessary</li><li>Monitor patient flow</li><li>Notify Treatment Coordinator if a patient should be called in the evening after a difficult appointment</li></ul>Treatment Room Management and Sterilization<ul><li>Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean</li><li>Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures</li><li>Disinfect treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations</li><li>Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations</li><li>Keep trays, instruments and treatment room drawers organized</li><li>Ensure that office sterilization procedures document is on display</li><li>Promptly send out and monitor all dental laboratory cases</li><li>Implement the preventative maintenance/cleaning schedule for dental equipment</li><li>Maintain dental office emergency kits and nitrous and oxygen tanks</li><li>Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol</li></ul>Records Management<ul><li>Securely store and handle patient records in compliance with state and federal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations</li><li>Accurately file patient information</li><li>Arrange patient charts and radiographs for next day&rsquo;s appointments</li><li>Track cases and referrals to and from other doctors</li><li>Assist in the administration of the recall system</li></ul>Inventory Management<ul><li>Monitor inventory and order dental office supplies as needed</li><li>Ensure that treatment rooms are stocked at all times</li></ul>Office Participation<ul><li>Help in other areas of the office when necessary (i.e., answering phones, unpacking supplies, completing insurance forms, moving former patient records, etc.)</li><li>Be an active participant in team meetings</li><li>Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office</li></ul>PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTSEducation/Experience<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>Graduate of accredited dental assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred</li><li>Coursework in dental instruments and procedures</li><li>Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray requirements, OSHA training)</li><li>Computer skills [list computer skills required and any specific dental software]</li><li>Commitment to CE for career development</li></ul>Interpersonal<ul><li>Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community</li><li>Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) 2% match</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Continuing education credits</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>License reimbursement</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Opportunities for advancement</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Schedule:<ul><li>Monday to Friday</li><li>No weekends</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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