Dental Assistant

Company Core Purpose, Core Values

Dental Excellence Group is a growing company that offers patient-focused, high-quality dentistry in the Northwest Ohio area. There are more than 100 employees, including doctors, hygienists, clinical assistants, and business and marketing support teams. The practice’s purpose is to create a place where dental care is so friendly, comfortable, and convenient, it completely changes the way people think about dentistry.

The practice has six core values; a teamwork focus, a patients first mentality, with the patients’ comfort and care our #1 priority. We value kindness and compassion, both within our team and with our patients and doing the right thing, even if it means correcting our mistakes. We also value being your best, challenging all team members to meet their God given potential in attitude, skill, and service. Our final core value is making every minute count, driving performance and efficiency.

Mission of Dental Assistant

The Dental Assistant reports to the Assistant Team Lead. The mission of the Dental Assistant is to help facilitate patient understanding of the treatment needed as well assisting the doctor with chair side dental procedures. The Dental Assistant is accountable for creating a relationship with patients, assisting the doctor to increase doctor production. The Dental Assistant must be knowledgeable about dentistry and be able to work with the doctor in a wider variety of dental procedures.

Key Performance Indicators

• Doctor production/Hygiene Production
• Same day procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Escort patients to treatment rooms and ensure comfort.
• Clinical Preparation: Update health histories, record vital signs, and prepare rooms.
• Procedural Setup: Organize all necessary materials and instruments before the dentist arrives.
• Chairside Assisting: Provided high-quality assistance during a wide variety of dental procedures.
• Diagnostics & Lab Work: Capture X-rays, take clinical impressions, and process laboratory work.
• Expanded Functions: Perform independent tasks including seating crowns, adjusting dentures, and applying fluoride.
• Inventory Management: Order clinical supplies, restock treatment rooms, and organize inventory.
• Patient Education: Educate patients clearly regarding post-op care and upcoming procedures.
• Sanitation & Maintenance: Sterilize instruments, disinfect treatment rooms, and maintain dental equipment

Key Competencies

• Patient-Centered Care: Strong customer focus and excellent listening skills.
• Communication: Articulate oral communication and effective patient education.
• Collaboration: Reliable team player with a high degree of adaptability.
• Efficiency: Exceptional organization, strategic planning, and inventory management.
• Initiative: Resourceful problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Professionalism: Driven by integrity, emotional intelligence, and clinical excellence.