Phoenix, Arizona, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Foothills Smiles and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuab…
Skills: Patient Care, Sterilization, Radiography, Intra-oral Photography, Patient Charting
Austin, Texas, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Austin Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain…
Skills: Comprehensive Dental Care, Patient Care, CAD/CAM, CBCT, AI Saliva Screening
Clermont, Florida, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Clermont Smiles Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable exper…
Skills: Preventive Dental Care, Patient Education, Oral Hygiene, Periodontal Health, Patient Record Maintenance
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join PB Smiles Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience,…
Skills: Time Management, Communication, Teamwork, Dental Terminology, Dental Instruments
Cypress, Texas, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Cypress Dentistry and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valua…
Skills: Oral Surgery, Patient Care, Clinical Excellence, Comprehensive Dental Care
Huntington Beach, California, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$25/hr
Description Now is the time to join Dentists of Huntington Beach. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain…
Skills: Financial Counseling, Case Acceptance, Patient Education, Insurance Pre-authorizations, Interpersonal Communication
Huntington Beach, California, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$24/hr
Description Now is the time to join Beach Dental Group. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable …
Skills: Patient Scheduling, Patient Registration, Insurance Knowledge, Interpersonal Communication, Time Management
Huntington Beach, California, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$25/hr
Description Now is the time to join Beach Dental Group. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable …
Skills: Financial Coordination, Patient Education, Case Acceptance, Insurance Pre-authorization, Schedule Management
Laguna Hills, California, United States · On-site
$27/hr–$38/hr
Description Now is the time to join Dentists of Laguna Hills. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain val…
Skills: Operational Management, Team Leadership, Financial Acumen, Staff Recruitment, Performance Coaching
Irving, Texas, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$29/hr
Description Now is the time to join PDS Health. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experien…
Skills: Insurance Claims Adjudication, Claims Re-billing, EOB Analysis, Dental Billing, Claims Auditing
Kansas City, Missouri, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$23/hr
Description Now is the time to join Liberty Oaks Dental Group. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain va…
Skills: Financial Counseling, Case Acceptance, Patient Education, Insurance Pre-authorization, Interpersonal Communication
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$24/hr
Description Now is the time to join Bosque Smiles Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valu…
Skills: Dental Terminology, Dental Instruments, Technical Dental Skills, Time Management, Communication
Charleston, South Carolina, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Dentists of West Ashley. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experie…
Skills: Dental Terminology, Clinical Assisting, Time Management, Communication, Teamwork
Dedham, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Dedham Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experie…
Skills: Comprehensive Dental Care, Patient Care, CAD/CAM, CBCT, AI Saliva Screening
Clermont, Florida, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Clermont Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable exper…
Skills: Preventive Dental Care, Patient Education, Oral Hygiene, Periodontal Health, Patient Record Maintenance
McKinney, Texas, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Stonebridge Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable ex…
Skills: Patient Care, Sterilization, Radiography, Intra-oral Photography, Patient Charting
Hillsboro, Oregon, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Hillsboro Dentist Office. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experi…
Skills: Time Management, Communication, Teamwork, Dental Terminology, Dental Instruments
Gig Harbor, Washington, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Olympic Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gai…
Skills: Preventive Dental Care, Patient Education, Oral Hygiene, Periodontal Health, Patient Record Maintenance
Maple Valley, Washington, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Maple Valley Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable e…
Skills: Patient Care, Sterilization, Radiography, Intra-oral Photography, Patient Charting
Tacoma, Washington, United States · On-site
Now is the time to join Tacoma Smiles Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experie…
Skills: Patient Care, Sterilization, Radiography, Intra-oral Photography, Patient Charting
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Support clinicians by providing high-quality patient care, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting during dental treatments. Maintain a sterile environment, manage clinical supplies, and handle digital patient charting and radiography.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and state-mandated certification or licensure for dental assistants. Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between multiple office locations.
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The primary role of the Dental Assistant is to support the success of the clinicians through effective delivery of the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE), thus creating a Patient for Life (PFL). Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. Dental assistants prepare patients for oral examination and assist other dental professionals in providing treatment to the teeth, mouth, and gums. Dental assistants must work effectively with co-workers including Specialty dental assistants, patients, and the front office by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner. A successful dental assistant will execute active listening to objectively consider ideas and suggestions from others, keep commitments; keep others informed of work progress, and address problems constructively to identify practical business solutions.
Specialty Dental Assistants If dental assistant is assigned within specialty areas including: Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics or Pediatric, they will primarily be supporting clinicians within that specialty and may be required to have additional training.
Responsibilities
Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
Actively participate in the PPE by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns.
Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to other team members as appropriate.
Communicate with the front and back office teams to ensure the Orthodontists schedule runs smoothly and efficiently.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines.
Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist- thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
At the direction of the clinician, complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner.
Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed to provide efficient patient care.
Keep the patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the clinician.
Record patient charting and all the clinician’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the clinician.
Support patient care by presenting treatment record, consents and health history to clinician prior to patient treatment.
Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
Work closely with Lead Dental Assistant to ensure adequate clinical supplies are on hand.
Utilize technology by learning how to operate and give explanation/demonstration of how to operate to others.
Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings and any other meetings as required.
Models company culture, values, standards and best operational practices based on the “We Believes.”
Demonstrates stewardship of the PDS Brand making decisions consistent with the PDS Brand framework.
Implements the Perfect Patient Experience process in efforts to gain Patients for Life.
Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies; addresses others professionally and respectfully.
Ensures Compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodies.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state.
Specialty Dental Assistants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. Driver’s license must be verified by completing a background check and motor vehicle record check at the time of hire.
Specialty Dental Assistants are required to timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per day, and must have reliable means of transportation to travel to assigned offices.
In lieu of a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance, Specialty Dental Assistant must have reliable means of alternate transportation which would allow for required, timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per day.
Travel may be planned or unplanned and is subject to change without notice.
Preferred
One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, or other members of the business community.
Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressure.
Ability to interact with other Clinicians and Owner Doctors effectively
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedure manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively and present information, both verbally and in writing, to patients and co-workers.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
Ability to maneuver through basic computer software.
Results Oriented (Energetic self-starter; sets realistic goals; meets commitments; persistent, prioritizes daily to achieve results).
Customer Service Advocate (flexible and adaptive; empathetic; passionate; ethical).
Influencer (active listener/observer of behavior; creates a win/win need for change)
Self-motivated, reliable individual capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to multi-task effectively without compromising the quality of the work.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Ability to handle and maintain extreme confidentially Patient records.
Organized, detail-oriented individual able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.
With 1,000+ practices in 24 states, PDS Health empowers clinicians through business support to enhance patient care.
Founded in 1994, PDS Health is a leading healthcare support organization that partners with dental and medical providers across the U.S., providing comprehensive business services that enable clinicians to focus on high-quality patient care. Our innovative approach includes an integrated health record system that combines dental and medical data, giving clinicians a complete view of patient health. This platform enhances care coordination, allows for early detection of health issues, and improves patient outcomes, ultimately reducing overall healthcare costs. We strive to be the provider of choice in every market by equipping clinicians with access to advanced, proven technologies and offering ongoing professional development opportunities. Our commitment to education and training supports clinicians and team members in growing their careers, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to excel in their fields. PDS Health has been recognized multiple times on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies and named one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the nation. With over 1,000 practices in 24 states, we are dedicated to creating healthier, happier patients and making a positive impact in the communities we serve.
Offices: 3521 Volunteer Blvd, Henderson, Nevada 89044, US · 17000 Red Hill Ave., Irvine, CA 92614, US
With 1,000+ practices in 24 states, PDS Health empowers clinicians through business support to enhance patient care.
Founded in 1994, PDS Health is a leading healthcare support organization that partners with dental and medical providers across the U.S., providing comprehensive business services that enable clinicians to focus on high-quality patient care. Our innovative approach includes an integrated health record system that combines dental and medical data, giving clinicians a complete view of patient health. This platform enhances care coordination, allows for early detection of health issues, and improves patient outcomes, ultimately reducing overall healthcare costs. We strive to be the provider of choice in every market by equipping clinicians with access to advanced, proven technologies and offering ongoing professional development opportunities. Our commitment to education and training supports clinicians and team members in growing their careers, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to excel in their fields. PDS Health has been recognized multiple times on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies and named one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the nation. With over 1,000 practices in 24 states, we are dedicated to creating healthier, happier patients and making a positive impact in the communities we serve.
Offices: 3521 Volunteer Blvd, Henderson, Nevada 89044, US · 17000 Red Hill Ave., Irvine, CA 92614, US
