Dental Assistant at Puyallup

Job Description

POSITION: Dental Assistant

Are you looking to join a stable company that is experiencing a tremendous amount of growth, values your contribution, and provides you with a career rather than just a job?

WHAT YOULL DO

Perform functions in accordance with the applicable states Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.

Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of your doctor.

Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patients feel comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.

Obtain dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips).

Ensure that the health history is updated for all returning patients.

Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed.

Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients as appropriate.

Hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.

Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.

Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.

Record patient charting and all doctor notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the doctor.

Ensure the doctor has reviewed treatment record, consents, and health history.

Prepare materials for making impressions and restorations.

Clean each operatory in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines.

Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental
Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices).

Job Requirements

WHAT WE SEEK

Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.

Our ideal candidates possess the following qualifications:

Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc).

WHAT WE OFFER

Your commitment to Pacific Dental Services is the key to our success. In turn, well reward you with a benefits package that shows we care about you, your family and your future. We encourage team members to develop their distinctive talents and strengthsand embrace an entrepreneurial spirit that rewards individual achievement.

wwwpacdencom

Country: USA, State: Washington, City: Puyallup, Company: Pacific Dental Services, Inc..