Traveling Dental Assistant Endodontics

PDS Health; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Traveling Dental Assistant. This role supports clinicians by ensuring a perfect patient experience. You will assist in various dental procedures, maintain a sterile environment, and communicate effectively with patients and team members. This position offers opportunities for skill development and career advancement in a supportive team setting.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Community volunteer time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; additional state-mandated training or certification.
• Valid licenses or registrations as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures and maintain a sterile environment.
• Record patient information accurately and ensure patient comfort.
• Participate in team meetings and uphold company culture.

Skills

Effective communication

Judgment

Decision-making

Customer-focused

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

One-year certificate from an accredited college

Job description

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Role Overview

The primary role of the Dental Assistant is to support the success of the clinicians through effective delivery of the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE), thus creating a Patient for Life (PFL). Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. They prepare patients for oral examination and assist other dental professionals in providing treatment to the teeth, mouth, and gums. Effective communication and teamwork are essential.

Specialty Dental Assistants

If assigned within specialty areas such as Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, or Pediatric Dentistry, additional training may be required.

Responsibilities

1. Perform functions in accordance with state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
2. Participate actively in PPE, focusing on patient-centered care.
3. Escort patients and introduce them to team members.
4. Communicate effectively with the team to ensure smooth scheduling.
5. Maintain a clean, sterile environment and sterilize instruments.
6. Prepare patients and assist dentists during procedures.
7. Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures efficiently.
8. Prepare tray setups and maintain supplies.
9. Ensure patient comfort and provide oral health instructions.
10. Record patient information accurately in digital charts.
11. Support patient care with proper documentation and record presentation.
12. Maintain equipment and supplies.
13. Utilize and operate dental technology.
14. Participate in team meetings and uphold company culture and values.
15. Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; additional state-mandated training or certification.
• Valid licenses or registrations as required by state.
• For Specialty Assistants: valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school or equivalent experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to interpret policies and operate computer software.
• Results-oriented, customer-focused, and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K
• Community volunteer time

Compensation

$18.75-$26.25 per hour

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare