Princess Dental Staffing
Registered Dental Assistant - ASCENSION DEPAUL SERVICES - San Antonio, TX
- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- San Antonio, TX
Job Description
Job Summary:
This successful candidate for this position will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team. They must also demonstrate empathy and patience when working with all patients. Dental Assistant to join our team, who is reliable, self-motivated, positive, effectively multitask, have excellent customer service and communication skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide superior chairside assistance to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for dental procedures
Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments
Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
Perform patient assessments, including taking vital signs and medical history
Assist with dental lab tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models
Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
Provide support to front office staff, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records, insurance billing
Complexity of Work:
Within the scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows Standard Precautions using personal equipment as required
Minimum Qualifications:
Certified from accredited dental program
Team member must have active RDA License and CPR Certification.
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Dental Assisting ( 3 year), preferred
Experience with Dentrix or equivalent
Strong customer service and communication skills
Valid Class C Texas Driver License
License/ Certification: X-Ray Certification, preferred
Experience working in a private practice setting
Must be registered with Texas State Board of Dental Assistants
Bilingual, (A plus)
Competencies: Customer Focus, Ensures Accountability, Communicates Effectively, Values Differences, Demonstrates Self Awareness, Instills Trust
