Job Summary
Works under the direct supervision of the Dentist in providing care to pediatric patients undergoing dental treatment including prophylaxis (supra-gingival) cleaning. Responsible for preparing for procedures, providing supplies and instruments during procedures, and post-procedure clean-up. Performs the expanded duty functions as permitted by the Florida Board of Dentistry. Leads the dental assistants to ensure best possible quality of care for each patient.
Job Specific Duties
- Collaborates with the Dental Administrators and staff to meet NCHS needs. Supports departmental goals and NCHS strategic plan.
- Applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions and treatment.
- Identifies opportunities to improve processes and assists Leader with projects to enhance workflow utilizing Lean methodologies and tools.
- Works in conjunction with dental leaders to coordinate dental assistant’s schedules.
- Applies expertise with appropriate approaches to small children, children with autism, children confined to wheelchairs, and children with developmental delay.
- Ensures patient safety with papoose (when necessary) for patients unable to sit for procedures unassisted.
- Promotes/practices cost containment and maintaining fiscal performance by ensuring appropriate supplies and par levels are maintained.
- Checks all equipment for proper function and cleanliness. Notifies designated employee of any equipment not operating properly and needing repair.
- Promotes a safe 'error free' working environment by consistently performing infection prevention assessments and maintains clinical area in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Actively participates in the performance review process through chart reviews and validating timeliness of charting and all requirements are met.
- Executes clear & concise education information for parents/patients. Provides parents with post-treatment, sedation & OR verbal instructions, as well as written information when indicated.
- Maintains and sterilizes dental instruments.
- Provides for patient safety. Greets parents and assists patients to operatory, checking with parent and reading armband to identify scheduled patient before beginning any procedure.
- Reviews, maintains, and documents patient information in the computer system thoroughly, accurately, and in a timely manner. Obtains consent from parents when indicated.
- Takes X-rays to assure the highest degree of diagnostic information with the least amount of exposure. Follows hospital and departmental infection control policies.
- Works directly with the pediatric dental attending, residents, and other specialists in the dental clinic and operating room.
- Performs designated expanded duty functions permitted by the Florida Board of Dentistry. Provides assistance with behavior, monitors patient with nitrous oxide, and never leaves them unattended.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Dental Assisting
- CPR - American Heart Association AED - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
- Expanded Duties Cert - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
- Nitrous Oxide Certification - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
- 3-5 years Highly trained Expanded Duties Dental Assistant experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Sedation course preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Strong customer service, problem solving, critical thinking, time management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to demonstrate evidence of clinical expertise and quality skills as an expanded duties assistant.
- Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
- Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Able to apply knowledge of growth and development in patient and customer interactions and treatments.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Job: Dental
Primary Location: Florida-Miami-Doral
Department: DENTAL CLINIC-2100-687000
Job Status: Full Time
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