Dental Assistant for Pediatric Dentist

Company: Gentle Dental
Location: Puyallup
Posted on: August 4, 2020

Job Description:

At Gentle Dental,DentalAssistants perform a variety of patient care, office, x-ray and laboratory duties. You will prep patients for oral examination and assist your team of dental professionals in providing treatment your patient's teeth, mouth and gums. We are passionate about dentistry, enjoy providing top-notch customer service, and giving high quality preventative care to our patients.This is a Part-Time Pediatric Dental Assistant position.Are you looking for a fulfilling role where you can increase your knowledge? With our support, you will be guided by a full office staff and encouraging General Dentists. With plenty of opportunities to learn and grow you won't ever have a dull day. Our Providers have autonomy over their patients - you can rest easy knowing you're doing what's best for your patient.Day to Day:Prepare tray setups for dental proceduresWelcome patients and engage in conversation while transitioning to an operatoryHelp patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatmentObtain/Review the patients' health history and/or pre-treatment recordsTake blood pressure and pulseComply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policiesHand instruments and materials to providers during treatmentKeep patients mouth dry and clear by using suction, water spray or other devicesSterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment after treatment, following accepted infection control practicesInstruct patients on proper postoperative care, teach patients about good oral healthIf directed by a Dentist, and allowed by law, may take impressions or X-RaysDocument treatment in patient files as transcribed by providersSchedule and confirm appointments, answer the phone, assist with patient questionsMaintain patient confidence by protecting and appropriately handling all PHI (Protected Health Information)Order Dental resources by using equipment and supplies only as needed to accomplish resultsAssist providers in the event of a medical emergencyOther duties as may be assignedNecessary Qualifications:High School Diploma or GEDCertificate from an Accredited Dental Assisting ProgramThorough knowledge of approved Dental Assistant functions. 1-2+ years of experienceExpanded Functions Certified CPR/BLS Certificate (American Red Cross or American Heart Association certifications only)Excellent social and customer-focused skillsBilingual Spanish is a plusGentle Dental was founded over 30 years ago by Dental Clinicians that provide preventative care and support to their patients to this day. Our mission is to provide legendary customer service to patients, our Gentle Dental extended family, and we do that by employing high quality support. Join our family and help us build happy and healthy smiles.We offer the following benefitsMedicalDentalVision401kPTOLife InsurancePaid HolidaysContinuing Education OpportunitiesReferral Bonuses (for referring General and Specialty Dentists, Hygienist, and Dental Assistants)Does this sound like a fit for you? Apply today!Gentle Dental is an equal opportunity employer.GDENT1990

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