What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Emerald Coast Dental?
Our office is looking for a Dental Assistant.
The right person should be excellent with patient care, have high professionalism, be able to multi-task, is reliable, organized, and motivated.
* Have experience working in the dental office.
* Have ADA billing knowledge.
* Be able to answer phones, greet patients, schedule, insurance eligibility professionally and timely.
- Efficient in taking X-rays (digital), making temporaries, taking alginate impressions, coronal polishing, and chair-side assisting
We are a well-established cosmetic and family dentistry practice looking to add FULL TIME & PART TIME, Dental assistants our team!
Dental experience is required.
Our state-of-the-art dental office is geared toward providing the highest quality of care, while focused on improving the well-being of both patients and practice!
Our competitive salary, great incentive program, and positive/supportive work environment are just a few reasons why you will find this opportunity to best suit your professional needs and future development!
Essential Duties:
Welcome and seat the patient cheerfully.
Prepare and properly set up treatment rooms for hygiene procedures.
Review and update patient's health history; chart progress, treatments, and home care compliance.
Apply fluorides and other cavity-preventative to arrest dental decay.
Assess and evaluate patients exam, patient records, and patient's medical history to assist in diagnosis of dental hygiene problems, disease, and efficacy of administered treatment plans. Complete scheduled treatments.
Develop and present treatment plans.
Capture x-rays, process, download and organize for doctor to view; capable of interpreting x-rays independently.
Perform head and neck/oral cancer exam.
Examine gums, using probes, to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease; communicate findings to patient and doctor.
Selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth, as needed.
Educate and motivate patient on proper oral hygiene and corrective/preventative measures.
Work chair side with Dentist as needed, assist doctor in examination.
Schedule appropriate re-care appointments.
Assist hygiene assistant in sterilization duties.
Maintain handpieces and instruments in good repair and sufficient supply.
Adhere to strict safety guidelines and procedures to OSHA and office standards.
Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedule and office policies.
Must be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignments.
Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings displaying exceptional skill in time management in order to set and maintain own and subordinate procedure/task schedule.
Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPPA standards.
Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically.
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
- Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
Clinical Setting:
- General Dentistry
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25