Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Bailey, CO
We are seeking an enthusiastic, outgoing, hardworking dental assistant for our rapidly growing practice. No experience required but is beneficial. Approximately 30hr/week with opportunity to expand hours. Payrate $20-35/hr depending on experience. Reach out to learn more about this exciting opportunity! PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES - Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients Patient Management o Greet patients when they sign in and monitor arrival time o Set up treatment rooms for procedures o Escort patients to treatment room o Seat patients in treatment rooms o Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable o Obtain and review health histories according to office protocol o Ensure patients are always attended o Anticipate and assist dentistâs needs o Perform expanded functions and other tasks as assigned by the dentist o Mix dental materials o Ensure patientsâ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave o Chart patients and record date, service rendered and any charges o Escort patients from the treatment room o Ensure proper treatment notes are recorded in patientâs chart o Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by dentist o Give patient instruction and demonstrate when necessary o Monitor patient flow o Notify Treatment Coordinator if a patient should be called in the evening after a difficult appointment Treatment Room Management and Sterilization o Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean o Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures o Disinfect treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations o Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations o Keep trays, instruments and treatment room drawers organized o Ensure that office sterilization procedures document is on display o Promptly send out and monitor all dental laboratory cases o Implement the preventative maintenance/cleaning schedule for dental equipment o Maintain dental office emergency kits and nitrous and oxygen tanks o Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol Inventory Management o Monitor inventory and order dental office supplies as needed o Ensure that treatment rooms are stocked at all times Office Participation o Help in other areas of the office when necessary (i.e., answering phones, unpacking supplies, completing insurance forms, moving former patient records, etc.) o Be an active participant in team meetings o Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS Education/Experience o Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray requirements, OSHA training) o Computer skills [list computer skills required and any specific dental software] Interpersonal o Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community o Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Ability to Commute: Bailey, CO 80421 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Bailey, CO 80421: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
