PDS Health Foundation · 3 months ago
Specialty Dental Assistant Periodontics
US-CA-San Diego
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21.50/hr - $30/hrPacific Dental Services Foundation is dedicated to providing exceptional dental care and is seeking a Specialty Dental Assistant in Periodontics. The role involves supporting clinicians in delivering the Perfect Patient Experience and performing various patient care, office, and laboratory duties.
Health CareNon ProfitWellness
Responsibilities
Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties
Actively participate in the PPE 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 Orthodontists 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 clinician, 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
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 clinician
Record patient charting and all the clinician’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the clinician
Support patient care by presenting treatment record, consents and health history to clinician prior to patient treatment
Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s guidelines
Work closely with Lead Dental Assistant to ensure adequate clinical supplies are on hand
Utilize technology by learning how to operate and give explanation/demonstration of how to operate to others
Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings and any other meetings as required
Models company culture, values, standards and best operational practices based on the 'We Believes.'
Demonstrates stewardship of the PDS Brand making decisions consistent with the PDS Brand framework
Implements the Perfect Patient Experience process in efforts to gain Patients for Life
Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies; addresses others professionally and respectfully
Ensures Compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal and other regulatory bodies
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state
Specialty Dental Assistants must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance. Driver's license must be verified by completing a background check and motor vehicle record check at the time of hire
Specialty Dental Assistants are required to timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per day, and must have reliable means of transportation to travel to assigned offices
In lieu of a valid driver's license and automobile insurance, Specialty Dental Assistant must have reliable means of alternate transportation which would allow for required, timely travel to multiple offices per day, in some cases several times per day
Travel may be planned or unplanned and is subject to change without notice
Preferred
One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement
401K
Paid time to volunteer in your local community
Company
PDS Health Foundation
Oral health is overall health.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase