Dental Assistant

Job Title : Dental Assistant

Department/Location : Operations

Reports to: Dental Practice Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Company Overview

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.

Position Summary

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.

Duties And 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
  
  

Knowledge and Skills/Expected Competencies

• 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
  
  

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