Dental Depot
Dental Assistant (Independence, Missouri)
Dental Depot, Independence, Missouri, United States, 64053
Dental Assistant (Independence, Missouri) – Dental Depot
Position Summary:
Dental assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health care and are valuable members of the dental care team. Dental assistants help to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery. They will assist the dentist, set up and maintain equipment, and prepare patients for treatment from the beginning to the end of the appointment.
Essential Functions
Prepare patient for dental procedure by helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.
Maintain proper and efficient patient flow management.
Set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist the dentist during dental procedures.
Take and expose dental diagnostic x-rays and handle sensor care and guidelines.
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
Chart existing and proposed treatment in patient management software.
Assist dentist in managing medical or dental procedures.
Provide preoperative explanations and postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist.
Record treatment information in patient records; fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions.
Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations.
Pour, trim, and polish study casts and prepare whitening trays.
Clean and polish removable appliances.
Apply protective coating of fluoride to teeth.
Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies.
Dismiss patients with proper hand‑offs to other departments.
Sterilize or disinfect instruments and operatories.
May be designated as the clinical inventory administrator: conduct inventory, order supplies and track budgets.
May be designated as the compliance and safety officer: conduct spore testing, maintain binder, First Aid kits, SDS binder, and maintain operatory inspections, train interns on safety policies, maintain checklists, replace broken instruments.
Comply with Dental Depot policies, OSHA rules and HIPAA regulations.
Position may require relocation to other clinics as needed.
Complete other administrative and maintenance tasks as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Education Completion of a Dental Assisting Program or a minimum of one year experience as a Dental Assistant.
Skills & Abilities Current Dental Assisting Permit required. Current CPR certification required. X‑Ray certification required to serve chairside.
Computer Skills Efficiently operates assigned computer software and other equipment, including Eaglesoft and Microsoft Office Suite.
Other Requirements Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance, and an annual Motor Vehicle Record Check if the employee operates company‑owned or personal vehicles for company business.
Understands HIPAA to ensure patient privacy. Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization systems, infection control, and protective personal equipment per state and federal guidelines.
Knowledgeable of CDT codes and must pass the Dental Depot CDT test within 20 days of employment.
Working knowledge of procedures: amalgam and composite fillings, extractions, start and finish root canal, crown prep, impression and temporary crown fabrication, alginate and System 1 and 2 impressions, adjustments, crown delivery, pulpotomy and stainless steel crowns, prophylaxis, wax try‑in, partials, and dentures.
Must sign the Hepatitis B Vaccination Form, declining or accepting the vaccination within 30 days of employment.
Position Qualifications
Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions.
Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
Organized – Ability to follow systematic methods.
Customer‑Oriented – Ability to take care of customers’ needs while following company procedures.
Working under pressure – Ability to complete tasks under stressful situations.
Ethical – Demonstrates conduct conforming to values and standards.
Technical aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics.
Detail‑oriented – Pays attention to minute details.
Safety awareness – Identifies and corrects safety conditions.
Accuracy – Performs work accurately and thoroughly.
Enthusiastic – Brings energy to work.
Friendly – Exhibits a cheerful demeanor.
Self‑motivated – Internally inspired to perform best.
Time management – Utilizes time to meet deadlines.
Active listening – Attends, conveys, understands others’ comments.
Communication, oral – Communicates effectively using spoken word.
Initiative – Makes decisions or actions to solve problems.
Motivation – Inspires oneself and others to reach goal.
Honesty / Integrity – Truthful and credible.
Energetic – Works at sustained pace and produces quality work.
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Dental assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health care and are valuable members of the dental care team. Dental assistants help to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery. They will assist the dentist, set up and maintain equipment, and prepare patients for treatment from the beginning to the end of the appointment.
Essential Functions
Prepare patient for dental procedure by helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.
Maintain proper and efficient patient flow management.
Set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist the dentist during dental procedures.
Take and expose dental diagnostic x-rays and handle sensor care and guidelines.
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
Chart existing and proposed treatment in patient management software.
Assist dentist in managing medical or dental procedures.
Provide preoperative explanations and postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist.
Record treatment information in patient records; fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions.
Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations.
Pour, trim, and polish study casts and prepare whitening trays.
Clean and polish removable appliances.
Apply protective coating of fluoride to teeth.
Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies.
Dismiss patients with proper hand‑offs to other departments.
Sterilize or disinfect instruments and operatories.
May be designated as the clinical inventory administrator: conduct inventory, order supplies and track budgets.
May be designated as the compliance and safety officer: conduct spore testing, maintain binder, First Aid kits, SDS binder, and maintain operatory inspections, train interns on safety policies, maintain checklists, replace broken instruments.
Comply with Dental Depot policies, OSHA rules and HIPAA regulations.
Position may require relocation to other clinics as needed.
Complete other administrative and maintenance tasks as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Education Completion of a Dental Assisting Program or a minimum of one year experience as a Dental Assistant.
Skills & Abilities Current Dental Assisting Permit required. Current CPR certification required. X‑Ray certification required to serve chairside.
Computer Skills Efficiently operates assigned computer software and other equipment, including Eaglesoft and Microsoft Office Suite.
Other Requirements Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance, and an annual Motor Vehicle Record Check if the employee operates company‑owned or personal vehicles for company business.
Understands HIPAA to ensure patient privacy. Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization systems, infection control, and protective personal equipment per state and federal guidelines.
Knowledgeable of CDT codes and must pass the Dental Depot CDT test within 20 days of employment.
Working knowledge of procedures: amalgam and composite fillings, extractions, start and finish root canal, crown prep, impression and temporary crown fabrication, alginate and System 1 and 2 impressions, adjustments, crown delivery, pulpotomy and stainless steel crowns, prophylaxis, wax try‑in, partials, and dentures.
Must sign the Hepatitis B Vaccination Form, declining or accepting the vaccination within 30 days of employment.
Position Qualifications
Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions.
Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
Organized – Ability to follow systematic methods.
Customer‑Oriented – Ability to take care of customers’ needs while following company procedures.
Working under pressure – Ability to complete tasks under stressful situations.
Ethical – Demonstrates conduct conforming to values and standards.
Technical aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics.
Detail‑oriented – Pays attention to minute details.
Safety awareness – Identifies and corrects safety conditions.
Accuracy – Performs work accurately and thoroughly.
Enthusiastic – Brings energy to work.
Friendly – Exhibits a cheerful demeanor.
Self‑motivated – Internally inspired to perform best.
Time management – Utilizes time to meet deadlines.
Active listening – Attends, conveys, understands others’ comments.
Communication, oral – Communicates effectively using spoken word.
Initiative – Makes decisions or actions to solve problems.
Motivation – Inspires oneself and others to reach goal.
Honesty / Integrity – Truthful and credible.
Energetic – Works at sustained pace and produces quality work.
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