Dental Assistant Poly - Decatur, United States - A Smile 4 U

Description

Our office is in the process of adding strong, experienced, preferably with polish certification Dental Assistants to join our team. This is a part-time position Tues/Thur.

We see patients of all ages Our group has multiple specialties including Oral Surgery, IV Sedation and Orthodontics.

Responsibilities:
-Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.-Explaining office procedures before treatment to patients.-Providing quality and compassionate care to every patient before, during and after dental treatment.-Patient management during dental procedures..-Dental charting of patient's pre-existing and accurate inputting of patient progress notes.-Providing patients with post-op instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling).-Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth).-Preparing and maintaining dental instruments, supplies and equipment.-Taking and developing x-rays, collecting and recording patient health histories.-Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.-Monitor equipment and hand piece repairs for all operatory equipment, accurate completion and follow up of repair logs.-Completion of daily/weekly/monthly tasks including autoclave testing and cleaning of traps.-Assisting with monthly supply order.-Assisting clinic with recall and treatment plan reports, when requested.-Responsible for adhering to all government and company regulations.-Helping to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery.

Qualifications:
- Experience in a customer service environment and good computer skills are necessary.
- An upbeat attitude and outgoing personality are a MUST to succeed in this position.
- Ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks.
- A people person/team player

Required:

Dental Assisting experience
- Must possess great chair side manners
- Ability to adapt to different needs and techniques
- An individual who can work under pressure and strives to advance
- An individual who adheres to policies and procedures
- Bilinguals are a plus Salary is based on experience.

Benefits:

-Full time team members qualify for Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

-Great work/life balance

-Positive & family-oriented work environment

-Opportunity with exposure to many specialties

Pay is based on experience