Dental Assistant Expanded Functions - Fantastic Smiles - Fort Valley, GA

Dental Assistant General Objectives : Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients. Specific Objectives Office Management Check to ensure that units are ready, stocked and clean at the beginning of each appointment Oversee cleanliness of operatory Help in other areas of the office when necessary (phones, unpacking supplies, moving dismissed patient records) Patient Management Greet patients when they sign in and monitor arrival time Seat patients and have proper setup for procedures At all times show care and concern for patients Try not to leave the patient unattended in the chair Anticipate and assist the dentist’s needs at all times Chart all patients and record date, service rendered, and any charges Escort patients from the treatment room Complete patient’s chart indicating procedure done today and what procedure is to be completed at the next visit Perform clinical procedures as delegated by the dentist Give patient instruction and demonstrate where necessary, as directed by the dentist Monitor patient flow Update patient’s health history and patient information semiannually Responsible for following up with all patients who receive dental treatment Perform other tasks as assigned by the dentist Be responsible for the up keep and maintenance of all dental equipment. Maintain a thorough, adequate, and correct inventory of all Dr. treatment related to dental supplies. Office Participation Be an active participant in staff meetings Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office Maintain an up to date knowledge of dental procedures, practices, protocol, and materials Must be able to participate in office beneficial continued education, especially clinically related CE. Must be flexible to work with Dr.'s schedule. Personnel Requirements Education/Experience High school diploma Graduation from an ADA-accredited dental assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred Coursework in dental instruments and procedures Experience with Cerec ( specifically acquisition, design, milling, and preparation of crowns for Cementation. Experience with Implants ( specifically placement, and restoration using ScanPost and TiBase applications. Experience with Endodontics, a strong Oral Surgery background, Restorative ( limited Pedo) Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray, certification, OSHA training) Legible handwriting for notations in patient chart; computer skills desired (Dentrix, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint) Interpersonal Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community Effective verbal skills to communicate with the Doctor, patients and staff Must be a self starter, and a life long learner. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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