Endodontics Dental Assistant — Growth, Travel & Team Impact

PDS Health; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Volunteer time

Job summary

West Olympia Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and deliver the Perfect Patient Experience, creating Patients for Life. You will prepare patients, assist orthodontists, and maintain a sterile, compliant environment across offices.

Responsibilities include radiographs, charting, supplies management, and collaboration with the front/back office. A state-mandated certificate and travel between offices may be required.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Respond to inquiries

Decision making

Interpersonal with clinicians

Policy interpretation

Reading & interpretation

Communication

Instructions interpretation

Computer skills

Results oriented

Customer service

Influencing

Self-motivation

Multitasking

Interpersonal communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

One-year certificate

Job description

West Olympia Dental Group is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and deliver the Perfect Patient Experience, creating Patients for Life. You will prepare patients, assist orthodontists, and maintain a sterile, compliant environment across offices.

Responsibilities include radiographs, charting, supplies management, and collaboration with the front/back office. A state-mandated certificate and travel between offices may be required.