Traveling Endodontics Dental Assistant
Company: Pacific Dental Services
Location: Portland
Posted on: May 27, 2023
Job Description:
Now is the time to join a fast growing organization. You will
have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced
professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next
level and gain valuable experience, apply today!
The primary role of the Endodontic Dental Assistant is to support
the success of the clinicians through effective delivery of the
Perfect Patient Experience. Endodontic Dental Assistants perform a
variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. Endodontic
Dental Assistants prepare patients for oral examination and assist
other dental professionals in providing treatment to the teeth,
mouth, and gums.
Responsibilities
- Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state's
Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
- Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience-- 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
specialist's 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- thereby
enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment
- At the direction of the dentist, 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
- Work closely with the General Practice lead assistants to
ensure adequate clinical supplies are ordered
- 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 dentist
- Record patient charting and all of the dentist's notes in the
digital patient chart as directed by the dentist. Qualifications
- Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree
(GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for
certification, licensure, or registration
- Preferred: Associate degree or one-year certificate from an
accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination
of education and experience.
- Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable
state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling
for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application,
etc) Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Child care assistance
- 401K
- Paid time to volunteer in your local community
- Shift premium pay for eligible roles who work weekends
Pacific Dental Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We
celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create
healthier and happier team members.
Compensation Information
$19.75-$26.25 / Hourly
Keywords: Pacific Dental Services, Portland , Traveling Endodontics Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Portland, Oregon
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