Dental Assistant

NC Pediatric Dentistry; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Pediatric Dentistry in Salisbury, NC seeks an experienced DAI/DAII to join our team and support quality pediatric dental care. The role involves assisting the dentist, educating patients and parents, and maintaining a safe, clean clinic environment.

The candidate should have a dental assistant program completion, X-ray certification, and Coronal Polishing certification; nitrous certification is a plus. We value teamwork, attention to detail and strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED completed.
• Successful completion of a dental assistant program per state guidelines.
• Dental x-ray certification.
• Coronal Polishing Certification.
• Nitrous oxide certification desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Review treatment needs and answer questions before procedures.
• Perform routine dental cleanings and take radiographs.
• Monitors nitrous oxide and aids in patient education.
• Maintain infection control and OSHA-compliant environment.
• Stock supplies and coordinate with Clinical Coordinator.
• Openly communicate with patients and parents to ensure comfort.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety regulations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental assistant program

Dental x-ray certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Nitrous oxide certification desirable

Tools

Dental software

Job description

DA I _ Job Description 2023.pdf

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.
• Performs routine dental cleanings.
• 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
• Dental x-ray certification
• 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.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• 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.

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