Lead Dental Assistant

UNAVAILABLE; Mesa (AZ); In loco; USD 31.000 - 43.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental and vision insurance

CE Units

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Paid volunteer time

Descrizione del lavoro

Pacific Dental Services, LLC is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant Trainer to join Mesa Grand Dental Group + Mesa Grand Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics in Mesa, AZ. You will mentor and coach dental assistants, improving patient care and clinic efficiency.

Responsibilities include leading training programs, maintaining infection control standards per CDC guidelines, managing patient flow, and ensuring compliance with state regulations while collaborating with the dental team to deliver

Competenze

• GED or high school diploma and state-mandated certification/licensure requirements (e.g., coronal polish, x-ray exposure)
• Associate degree or 1-year certificate from a college/technical school, or equivalent education/experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents
• Maintain compliance with State, Federal and other regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.)
• Direct the work of others and lead a team toward goals
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee records and compensation information

Mansioni

• Train and coach all dental assistants to maximize performance
• Manage patient flow to optimize patient experience and dentist efficiency
• Perform duties per state dental board scope of practice
• Develop the dental assistant team through learning plans and skills expansion
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team
• Maintain infection control, sterilization, and disinfection following CDC guidelines

Conoscenze

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Confidentiality

Instruction & coaching

Formazione

Associate degree or certificate

GED or high school diploma

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

Now is the time to join Mesa Grand Dental Group + Mesa Grand Kids' Dentistry and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience,

Overview

Responsibilities

• Train and coach all other dental assistants in order to ensure they can perform to their best ability Manage patient flow to maximize the experience for the patient as well as creating an efficient, effective day for the dentist
• Perform duties in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental allowable functions
• Develop the dental assistant team through support of learning plans and expansion of individual knowledge with regards to clinical technology and skill sets
• Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team effectively
• Manage infection control, sterilization and disinfection processes for all products, equipment, and patient rooms in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines Maintain a clean and sterile workplace creating an atmosphere where your patients feel comfortable assist the doctors
• Maintain appropriate and adequate general and specialty clinical supply in the dental practice; while simultaneously remain fiscally responsible by adhering to the established budget
• Educate team on basic maintenance, as appropriate and ensure maintenance procedures are performed in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, x-ray exposure, pit and fissure sealant application, etc)
• Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as business periodicals, professionals journals, technical procedure manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, State Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices)
• Ability to direct the work of others and work as a team leader in attainment of goals
• Ability to handle and maintain extreme confidentially with employee records, compensation information, etc
• Ensure compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Continuing Education (CE Units)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Child care assistance
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community
• Shift premium pay for eligible roles who work weekends

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.

Salary Information

$22.75-$31.50 / Hourly