Dental Assistant - Carter Family Dentistry, LLC - Rainsville, AL

Skills 4-Handed Dentistry : Must be familiar and work adequately with the doctor for efficient dental procedures. Dental Knowledge : Must understand basic dental knowledge and how to execute within a general dental environment. Strategy : Must excel at strategic thinking, be open to new perspectives and better ways to do things; and be creative, a visionary, and manage innovation well. Career-minded : Individual must be results-driven. Decision-making skills : Must exhibit superior decision-making skills. Communication : Must possess amazing communicative skills (listening, comprehending, feedback, etc.) while working with a wide variety of individuals and ages. TREATMENT ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES: Must be fully trained to assist the doctor on all dental procedures. Prior to treatment, reviews the patient's chart, medical history and treatment plan and consent forms to identify any potential concerns for the dentist to consider. Turn all equipment on at the beginning of each day and turn off accordingly at the end of each day. Individual must exhibit professional urgency to seat patients on-time and complete appointment within the allotted time given. Accurately charts using the SOAP format and documents all notes pertaining to the patient during the exam and treatment set forth by the company guidelines. Educates every patient on steps throughout the appointment/procedure and reviews post-appointment protocols and documents accordingly. Communicates with parents/patients at the end of each visit to address concerns and answers treatment questions. Takes diagnostic x-rays and photos and displays those as needed. Takes impressions, pours, and fabricates specified product as needed and completing on-time. (Bleaching trays & study models.) Ensure lab cases are pulled for the next day and ready to go. Stocks drawers, cleans, and sets up/breaks down patient chairs daily. Must maintain a clean and sanitary workspace. Complete treatment plans immediately and give to check-out for financial arrangements and presenting of treatment plans. Print/write, “We Care Calls” information at the end of the day and send. Follows all administrative procedures and policies to ensure consistent standards. Attends and participates in all office meetings, continuing education events and daily huddles. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High school degree or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: Open Dental Software Knowledge Itero Scanner Dexis Imaging Software Intraoral/Extaoral Photos Radiography Certification CPR Certified Bilingual (Spanish) Certified Dental Assistant Working Conditions: Dental Office: Fun and friendly environment Must be able to sit chairside at least 6 hours/day Minimal lifting required for inventory upkeep Must be able to use both left and right hand Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off Work Location: In person

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