PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients.
Reports to: Clinical Lead and Office Manager
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Patient Management
· Greet, escort and seat patients in treatment areas
· Setup treatment rooms
· Obtain and review health histories
· Anticipate and assist with the dentist’s needs
· Perform radiographic imaging as instructed by the dentist
· Perform expanded functions (if credentialed) and other tasks as assigned by the dentist
· Mix dental materials
· Answer patient questions, concerns, give instructions and demonstrations
· Chart patient clinical records
· Maintain accurate accounting of treatment performed
· Perform clinical procedures (per license restrictions) as directed by the dentist
· Prepare and discuss treatment plans
· Schedule appointments
Treatment Room Management and Sterilization
· Maintain a state of readiness, clean, disinfect and stock
· Follow OSHA responsibilities and regulations
· Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations
· Document and record sterilization procedures
· Maintain dental office equipment
· Follow laboratory procedures
Records Management
· Securely store and handle patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations
· Accurately file patient information
· Track and record cases and referrals
· Assist with patient recalls and appointment scheduling
Inventory Management
· Monitor and maintain inventory of dental office supplies
· Manage and stock the supplies needed in the treatment rooms
Office Participation
· Assist other dental staff with administrative duties (answering phones, routing lab cases, completing forms, relaying messages and patient records, etc.)
· Be an active participant in team meetings
· Be engaged and involved with the team’s success
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Graduate of accredited dental assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred
· Active Tennessee RDA license preferred
· BLS CPR Certification
· Computer skills
· Commitment to CE for career development
Interpersonal Skills
· Maintain effective rapport with patients, doctors, other staff members and community
· Effective verbal and written communication
· Be a team player
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
