About the position
The position involves assisting in the performance of quality, caring clinical dentistry while becoming adept at assigned clinical and technical procedures. The assistant will aid the doctor smoothly and unobtrusively, performing clinical and technical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist. Responsibilities include preparing the patient, operatory, and equipment for examinations and treatment, maintaining awareness of patient comfort and safety needs, and adhering to all required OSHA and health regulations. The role requires travel to all responsible region locations.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the performance of quality, caring clinical dentistry.
- Become adept at assigned clinical and technical procedures.
- Aid the doctor smoothly and unobtrusively during examinations and treatment.
- Prepare the patient, operatory, and equipment for the doctor.
- Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
- Maintain equipment and inventory.
- Adhere to all required OSHA and health regulations.
- Interact positively with patients at all times.
- Show care and concern to help patients feel comfortable.
- Escort patients to and from treatment room/chair.
- Review areas for improvement with patients and give progress updates.
- Provide patient instructions and demonstrate when necessary.
- Perform patient care calls.
- Assist the orthodontist in the delivery of patient care.
- Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation at appointments.
- Take impressions for study molds and appliances.
- Follow laboratory and sterilization procedures according to office protocol.
- Prepare teeth for bonding and assist the doctor with bonding.
- Remove, size, and place arch wires as allowed by certifications.
- Perform electronic patient charting in Orthodontic software.
- Handle patient information in compliance with legal requirements, including HIPAA regulations.
- Maintain confidentiality of business and client information.
- Maintain open communication with doctors, patients, front desk, and office manager.
- Clean and sanitize instruments without cross-contamination.
- Monitor inventory and alert the office manager to order supplies as needed.
- Assist the marketing team in internal and external marketing initiatives.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and team building events.
Requirements
- Must have X-ray license.
- Must have Infection Control certificate.
- Must have Dental Practice Act.
- Must be CPR certified.
- May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Active movement throughout the day: sitting, walking, standing, squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, etc.
- Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to communicate satisfactorily with patients, doctor, and other staff members.
- Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment.
- May be required to administer CPR.
- Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and radiation.
