The applicant MUST be a team player, have a friendly personality & great communication skills. S/he should be a mature person with a sense of responsibility and the ability to lead. S/he must be organized, process-oriented with more than 5+ years of experience, and willing to learn more. We offer a happy, stress-free professional work environment, competitive pay based on experience, and a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Our office is a PPO dental office established for 20 years. The doctor is very easygoing and believes in patient-first philosophy.
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Welcome & prepare patients for treatment with a smile and engaging small talk. Ask the patient for any concerns or preference.
- Obtain dental history and records from the patient and ensure that the health history is updated.
- Make sure the patient has signed all necessary consents before the treatment starts.
- Strictly follow infection control guidelines.
- As the patient is dismissed, prepare a room for the next patient.
- Take x-rays, impressions and perform lab work such as temporary crowns and night guards.
- Always be two steps ahead of the doctor to ensure the doctor doesn't have to wait or ask for instruments or supplies.
- Be on top of the schedule and coordinate with the front desk when running late.
- Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed.
- Prepare materials for making impressions and restorations.
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
- Maintain inventory and supply.
- Train junior DAs as necessary.
- Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
- Record patient charting and all doctor notes as directed by the doctor.
- Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to the patient coordinator.
- Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policy.
- Help in the front office as needed and be a team player.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
