Dental Assistant - Integrative Dentistry of New Mexico - Santa Fe, NM

Dental Assistant at Integrative Dentistry Of New Mexico _______________________________________________________ PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients. SPECIFIC DUTIES Patient Management Greet patients when they sign in and monitor arrival time Set up treatment rooms for procedures Escort and seat patients in treatment room Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable Obtain and review health histories according to office protocol Ensure patients are always attended Anticipate and assist dentist’s needs Perform expanded functions and other tasks as assigned by the dentist Run reports to ensure all goals are being succeeded Mix dental materials Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave Chart patients and record date, service rendered and any charges Record any treatment plans on the treatment planner Ensure proper treatment notes are recorded in patient’s chart Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by dentist Perform Radiology/ X-rays Give patient instruction and demonstrate when necessary Notify Treatment Coordinator if a patient should be called in the evening after a difficult appointment Calling and scheduling hygiene patients weekly Calling and scheduling treatment plan cases Look at schedule ahead of time Perform other tasks assigned by the dentist and organization Present in office products to patients Treatment Room Management and Sterilization Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean Keep inventory of supplies Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures Disinfect treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations Keep trays, instruments and treatment room drawers organized Ensure that office sterilization procedures document is on display Promptly send out and monitor all dental laboratory cases Record all updates on lab cases Frequently check on lab cases Implement the preventative maintenance/cleaning schedule for dental equipment Maintain dental office emergency kits and nitrous and oxygen tanks Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol Clean out any machines given by doctors orders Records Management Securely store and handle patient records in compliance with state and federal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations Accurately file patient information Arrange patient charts and radiographs for next day’s appointments Track cases and referrals to and from other doctors Assist in the administration of the recall system Inventory Management Monitor inventory and order dental office supplies as needed Ensure that treatment rooms are stocked at all times Office Participation Help in other areas of the office when necessary (i.e., answering phones, unpacking supplies, moving former patient records, etc.) Be an active participant in team meetings Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office Give ideas during team meetings Being honest and coming to the office manager and doctor with any concerns Cleaning the office, taking the trash out, doing the dishes, etc. as needed Completing tasks assigned by the office manager, doctor, or other employees To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS Education/Experience High school diploma or equivalent At least 3 years of dental experience Graduate of accredited dental assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred Coursework in dental instruments and procedures Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray requirements, OSHA training) Computer skills [Dentrix ascend] Experience taking X-rays Commitment to CE for career development Interpersonal Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff Good organizational skills Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Employee discount Paid time off Work Location: In person

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