Benefits/Perks

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Yearly uniform stipend

Competitive Compensation

Specialty Practice

Job Summary We are seeking a qualified and caring hybrid of Periodontal Dental Assistant to join our team! You will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. Your DA responsibilities would include: providing assistance to the dentist during exams and surgical procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, ordering, cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment, assisting the front desk with scheduling/checking out patients, and managing phone calls. The ideal candidate has an associate's degree from a certified school and previous experience as a Dental Assistant in a surgical practice. If you’re friendly, outgoing, team oriented, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable

Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have

Take vital signs and accurately record medical history

Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures

Assist the dentist during procedures and exams

Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Fabricate and present treatment plans to patients

Should be familiar with some dental insurances (We are a PPO and FFS office)

Must be willing to cross train on front desk (FD) duties to cover FD if FD is out.

Qualifications

Expanded function dental assisting certification

Familiar with digital charting, Dentrix, digital radiography, intra-oral scanning

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to provide high-quality patient care

Periodontal or surgical experience is not mandatory but is preferred, some dental assisting experience IS required.