Dental Assistant

Commonwealth Dentistry; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients while providing essential support in dental treatments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate sincerity, integrity, and a positive attitude, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. With comprehensive training and excellent benefits, including medical and dental insurance, this position promises an engaging and fulfilling career in dentistry. Join a team that values excellence and compassion in patient care.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Telemedicine Benefits

Short-term Disability

Annual Holiday Party

Qualifications

• Assist the dentist with dental procedures and patient management.
• Prepare and present treatment plans to patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintain dental instruments and assist with patient care.
• Schedule appointments and confirm patient visits.

Skills

Dental Treatment Assistance

Treatment Coordination

Patient Management

X-ray Certification

CPR Certification

Inventory Management

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

Job description

Commonwealth Dentistryis looking for a full time Dental Assistant!

You can navigate your future by partaking in the ultimate employee experience & building long lasting relationships with your patients and co-workers, by helping them SMILE.
S- Sincerity (passion & excellence in everything we do)
M- Mastery of skills with on-the-job training
I- Integrity (doing the right thing all the time)
L- Laughter & Love (bring Joy and laughter to work- happiness is always a choice)
E- Excellent compensation, employee perks & benefits (competitive salary, medical, vision, dental, 401k, bonus plan & 100% paid for benefits such as telemedicine, short-term disability and life insurance). Oh did we mention our annual Vegas-themed holiday party!
#ChangingLivesOneSmileAtATime

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Assists the dentist providing dental treatment
• Functions as a treatment coordinator and prepares and presents treatment plans to patient
• Schedules patient appointment to accommodate potential obstacles
• Maintains dental instruments, supplies and equipment
• Collects and records patient health histories
• Assists with patient management during dental procedures
• Completes instrument cleaning & sterilization and post-op sanitization of treatment rooms
• Prepares dental materials and equipment as needed for the scheduled treatment
• Completes dental charting
• Is responsible for inventory supply and other ancillary duties
• Calling to confirm appointments
• Escalating issues to Office Manager

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• X-ray certified

• CPR certified, or will become CPR certified within 30 days of hire
• Ability to professionally present clinical information regarding treatment plans and insurance information to patients.
• Regular and timely attendance
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Adaptable to business needs
• Ability to demonstrate independent thinking and exercise good judgment
• Ability to formulate, affect, interpret, and/or implement operating practices
• Ability to demonstrate a teamwork approach to job responsibilities
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptness
• Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail
• Must have the ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments within the practice, including traveling to other locations with a positive approach
• Ability to follow instructions and takes responsibility for own actions
• Ability to exercise confidentiality with Patients and patient care
• Must listen attentively for clarification to ensure necessary outcomes.

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance