Dental Assistant

NC Pediatric Dentistry; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

NC Pediatric Dentistry in Shelby, NC is seeking an experienced DAI or DAII to join our growing team. You will assist with quality dental care under the supervision of a dentist and collaborate in a supportive clinic environment.

You will perform clinical duties including radiography, anesthesia monitoring, instrument processing, and assisting during procedures, while educating parents and patients on oral health.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Review treatment needs and answer questions prior to starting procedures.
• Complete all treatment consents including re-care and operatory sheets.
• Perform routine dental cleanings and assist in patient education.
• Take and develop dental radiographs and monitor nitrous oxide use.
• Sterilize and deliver instruments; support back-of-house as needed.
• Maintain OSHA compliance and keep patient charts and notes up to date.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental assistant program

Dental x-ray certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Nitrous oxide certification (desired)

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 an experienced DAI or DAII to join our growing team in Shelby, 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.