Dental Assistant Job at Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics Healthcare Management, L

Overview

We are Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics and we believe in taking a personal approach to dentistry. Since our humble beginnings in Texas in 1967, we’ve been a trusted friend for our patients near and far. At Jefferson, we understand it takes more than clinical excellence to earn a patient’s trust. It’s of the utmost importance that we all see the patient as a unique individual and demonstrate that their care plan is designed around each of their needs. We’ll do whatever it takes to put a smile on each patient’s face, so the rest of the world can see how amazing it is. We truly change people’s lives. Do you want to be a part of our life changing team?!

Our philosophy is simple: Our Care Changes People’s Lives. We treat our patients like family to provide the best dental experience because we know a happy, confident smile leads to a better life. We deliver the highest quality care, making dentistry convenient and affordable for everyone. Join our new Hygiene team for the opportunity to have a fulfilling career giving our patients the happy, confident smile they deserve.

The Dental Assistant works under the supervision of the Lead RDA and is responsible for a wide range of tasks in the dental office - ranging from patient care and education to administrative duties to laboratory functions. Note: All employees need to be flexible and available to provide dental assistance and perform front desk duties based on the patient needs and as directed by office management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for Dentist examination through pre-exam evaluations, including iTero scanning, X-rays, medical history and obtaining vitals
• Build relationship with patients to ensure they are comfortable and relaxed throughout visit
• Assist Dentist with dental charting, chair-side procedure assistance such as suctioning, swabbing, place and remove of rubber dams/matrices/wedges, application of topical anesthetic; and materials and instrument preparation including but not limited to cements, amalgam, composites, impression materials etc.
• Perform infection control to CDC, ADA, and OSHA standards; sterilize treatment rooms before and after patient visits, sterilize instruments and other work areas
• Advanced duties include sealant application and nitrous monitoring after completing required courses Competencies for Excellence
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Express ideas concisely both orally or written; Tailors communication to specific person/audience; anticipates and manages effects of communication
• Concern for Order and Quality; Detail-Oriented: High standards for quality; Keeps records, checks quality of work and documentation; Must follow specific protocols to ensure compliance
• Teamwork: Work to develop friendly and supporting atmosphere; Pitch in and help others
• Self-Management: Exhibit self-confidence while interacting with patients and team; Functions effective under pressure; Manages own behavior to prevent or reduce feelings of stress
• Integrity & Credibility: Able to gain the trust and respect of patients and co-workers; Professional yet caring demeanor
• Adaptability: Adapts to change in direction in order to support changing priorities; Diversity: Adapts and integrates into diverse work group and patient population

The Perks

• Competitive pay and bonus structure – starting salary $17/hour and bonuses of up to $800/month*
• New Grads welcome
• Growth and advancement opportunities for leadership roles
• Vacation and PTO
• $25,000 of Company-paid Life Insurance
• Wide variety of additional benefits including: Medical, Vision, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Health Saving Account, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Supplemental Life Insurance for you or your dependents, 401(k), Critical Illness, Identity Protection, Team Member Assistance Program
• Bonus potential is based on achieving certain number of business objectives per month

*Bonus potential based on achieving certain number of business objectives per month

Job Requirements

• Valid RDA License required within six (6) months of hire

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