Dientes Community Dental Care View Company Profile
***$1,000.00 Sign-On Bonus*** Position Summary Perform basic supportive dental procedures under the supervision of a dentist; must be available to work Saturdays. Essential Functions/Responsibilities General Supervision: Perform all duties assigned to dental assistants, under the supervision of a licensed dentist. Operate dental radiography equipment for oral radiography and have a radiographic safety certificate. Perform intraoral and extraoral photography. Mouth-mirror inspection of the oral cavity, to include charting of obvious lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth. Placement and removal of temporary sedative dressings Direct supervision Obtain endodontic cultures Application of pits and fissure sealants (Certification required) Dry canals, previously opened by the supervising dentist, with absorbent points. Test pulp vitality Placing of bases and liners on sound dentin Removal of cement excess from supragingival surfaces of teeth Sizing of stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns, and bands Coronal Polishing (Board approved course required) May perform this function prior to rubber dam application; placement of bands, crowns and restorations; fluoride application, acid etch procedures; or after removal of dressings Apply non-aerosol and noncaustic topical agents. Apply topical fluoride. Take intraoral impressions for all non-prosthodontic appliances. Place and remove rubber dams or other isolation devices. Place, wedge, and remove matrices for restorative procedures. Remove post-extraction dressings after inspection of the surgical site by the supervising licensed dentist. Cure restorative or orthodontic materials in operative site with a light-curing device. Patient Care Manage patient flow to maximize patient access and service by ensuring dental exam rooms are adequately stocked and are ready for patients. Prepare patients for dental examination by taking and recording vital signs and medical/dental histories. Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment Effectively communicate request from patients to dentist or dental care team members. Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures such as taking dental x-rays. Clean, sterilize, and maintain an adequate supply of functioning instruments and equipment. Prepare instruments, materials and medication for use in dental procedures. Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs. Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures. Record treatment information in patient records using Electronic Dental Records system. Other Duties Stock, clean and prepare operatories Seat patients and have proper set-up procedures before doctor enters Update health history if needed Assist the doctor at the chair Chart patients services Dismiss patients and complete their charts Prepare operatories for next patient Pour and trim study models Oil hand pieces, sterilize instruments Keep supplies stocked Change plaster trap monthly Clean impression trays daily Clean operatories Direct Doctor to the next patient Other duties as assigned Commitment to Quality Demonstrate a commitment to excellent patient experience and quality outcomes in equal measure. Communicate and work effectively with providers and other members of the dental care team to best serve patients. Contribute to a welcoming clinical space and healthy work environment through proactive relationship building, direct communication and sound judgment. Engaged participation in huddles, staff meetings, team building activities and assigned development opportunities. Continue your professional development through participation in educational opportunities Adherence to all Dientesxe2x80x99 ethical and professional standards, including Dientes policies and procedures. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $26.50 – $33.05 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 403(b) 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Profit sharing Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Uniform allowance Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: Dental assisting: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification: Registered Dental Assistant License (Required) Work Location: In person