Dental Assistant

David E Thome DDS PLLC; Park View Heights (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Pediatric Dentistry in Salisbury, NC is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant (DAI or DAII) to join our growing team. Under the supervision of a dentist, you will perform a variety of clinical duties and support patient care.

The role includes assisting during procedures, taking and developing radiographs, maintaining OSHA standards, and educating parents on oral hygiene. We offer a stable environment with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to interact effectively with diverse patients and families.
• Excellent communication and people skills are essential.
• Proactively collaborate with team to support quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take and develop dental radiographs under supervision.
• Maintain OSHA safety and cleanliness standards in the clinic.
• Educate parents and patients on proper oral hygiene practices.

Skills

Communication

People skills

Teamwork

Professional demeanor

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental assistant program completed

Coronal Polishing Certification

Nitrous oxide certification (desired)

Tools

Dental software

Job description

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Full Time Salisbury Pediatric Dentistry, Salisbury, NC, US

NC Pediatric Dentistry aims to provide excellent dental treatment by going beyond the basics to ensure visits are safe, relaxed, informative and fun for children!

We are currently seeking a experienced DAI or DAII to join our growing team in Salisbury, NC!

Job Summary:

To assist with quality dental care and associated services to patients under the general supervision of a dentist using established dental assisting procedures while collaborating in a team environment in a variety of patient care and clinical duties.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Must be well - organized with great attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Reviews the schedule frequently to maximize time management.
• Welcomes the patient and parent back by introducing them to clinic area.
• Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Reviews treatment needed and answers any questions prior to starting procedures.
• Completes all treatment consents including re-care and op sheets.
• Plans for next visit prior to walk out.
• Reviews charts daily to check x-rays, clinical notes and frequency limitations for patients.
• Maintains adequate supplies and compiles a list for Clinical Coordinator inventory control and ordering purposes
• Educates parents and patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Takes and develops dental radiographs.
• Monitoring nitrous oxide.
• Takes initiative with any additional responsibilities the Clinical Coordinator may assign.
• Provides support to the back of the house by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments, stocking, writing clinical notes and any other clinical tasks as assigned by the Clinical Coordinator.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations according to OSHA standards.
• Maintain care of units (flush lines, fill h2o bottles, place tablet in h2o, change traps).
• Completes daily, weekly, and monthly duties as outlined in OSHA Manual.

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by the people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• Successful completion of a dental assistant program as per state guidelines
• Coronal Polishing Certification
• Additional certification such as nitrous desired but not required

Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Strong knowledge of dental software.
• Professional appearance and attitude.

Effectively working as a team member; function independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative; be flexible to shift priorities; maintain confidentiality; establish and maintain effective interpersonal work relationships.

What's in it for you!

NC Pediatric Dentistry is proud to offer medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays, growth opportunities, and a positive work environment in a stable growing company.