Dental Assistant Job at Orthodent Management LLC in Luling

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Experienced dental assistant needed for a general practice in Luling, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Assists chair-side
• Provides patients with instructions for oral care following appointments and procedures
• Teaches patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to improve or maintain oral health
• Performs operatory set up and break down
• Sterilizes instruments
• Effectively understands and utilizes company dental software, HRIS, applicable Microsoft Suite applications and other internet tools as necessary
• Understands company’s timekeeping system and enters hours worked and PTO appropriately and timely; gains pre-approval from Office Manager for overtime; notifies Office Manager immediately of discrepancies in hours paid through payroll
• Completes continuing education as required by office; monitors expiration of certifications to ensure they do not expire
• Maintains facilities and equipment in accordance with hygiene and safety regulations including OSHA; follows required OSHA and Workers’ Compensation safety procedures as necessary
• Travels as necessary for business related functions and training

Nonessential Functions

• Performs additional tasks as necessary or assigned to achieve office/company goals

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care