Traveling Dental Assistant Endodontics

$39,000 - $54,600/Yr

Pacific Dental Services - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Dental Assistant at The Heights Modern Dentistry plays a crucial role in supporting clinicians by delivering the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE) and ensuring patient satisfaction. This position involves a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, including preparing patients for examinations, assisting in treatments, and maintaining a clean and efficient work environment. The role requires effective communication and collaboration with both clinical and administrative teams, as well as the ability to adapt to various specialty areas within dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state's Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
• Actively participate in the PPE by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns.
• Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to other team members as appropriate.
• Communicate with the front and back office teams to ensure the Orthodontists schedule runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist, enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
• At the direction of the clinician, complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, replenishing as needed to provide efficient patient care.
• Keep the patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the clinician.
• Record patient charting and all the clinician's notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the clinician.
• Support patient care by presenting treatment record, consents and health history to clinician prior to patient treatment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer's guidelines.
• Work closely with Lead Dental Assistant to ensure adequate clinical supplies are on hand.
• Utilize technology by learning how to operate and give explanation/demonstration of how to operate to others.
• Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings and any other meetings as required.
• Model company culture, values, standards and best operational practices based on the 'We Believes.'
• Demonstrate stewardship of the PDS Brand making decisions consistent with the PDS Brand framework.
• Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process in efforts to gain Patients for Life.
• Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies; address others professionally and respectfully.
• Ensure Compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodies.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state.
• Specialty Dental Assistants must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.

Nice-to-haves

• One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community