ORAL SURGERY DENTAL ASSISTANT Job at ProSmile, Phillipsburg, NJ

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  • ProSmile
  • Phillipsburg, NJ

Job Description

Dental Health Associates of North Brunswick is looking for an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant.

We are offering a sign on bonus up to $1,500 to all newly hired Dental Assistants who have current licensing. Inquire during your interview to see if you are eligible

In search of an energetic, motivated, and organized dental assistant with a positive attitude who is looking for growth and development in their field, and the opportunity to ascend in a growing organization that puts the care of its patients and the satisfaction of its employees first. If this interests you and you want to work in an enjoyable and fun environment that promotes learning and teamwork, look no further. We offer up-to-date equipment and technology, experienced and friendly staff and dentists who truly care about their patients. This position is offering competitive compensation and a benefits packages that include medical, 401k, vision, and more. Experience is preferred but training is available. Please send us your resume! We would love to hear from you!

Specialty: Oral Surgery

Education

Chairside Dental Assistant certificate preferable

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the Dentist in rendering patient care, maintaining inventory control in the operatories where treatment is rendered by the Provider, and maintaining public area appearance
Major Duties

Assists the Dentist in rendering patient care
Reinforces preventative maintenance instructions to patients
Seats and prepares the patients for treatment
Cleans operatory after treatment procedures (i.e. suction lines, traps)
Readies tray set-ups for procedures
Monitors the operatory supply levels
Assists in clerical duties as required
Sterilizes instruments
Exposes and develops radiographs (if x-ray licensed)
Takes preliminary impression for needed procedures (RDA only)
Monitors prosthetic cases and ensures they are ready for the patient"s appointment including contacting patient for appointment
Coordinates this activity with the Front Desk Receptionists
Monitors lab-tracking system for pick-up and delivery
Ensures that dental chairs are in an upright position at the end of the day
Labels all containers, bottles and drawers
Monitors lab area for cleanliness
Manages telephones
Maintains clinical log sheet for upkeep of operatory
Informs Clinical Coordinator or Office Manager of instrument and equipment malfunctions
Records patient vital signs on New Patients and on Recalls
Ensures consent for specialty services have required signatures and are placed in chart
Schedules patients next appointment there at the chair
Pours and trims models and labels them properly
Promotes office-marketing items (Oral-B toothbrushes, Zoom, etc)
Assists Office Manager when necessary performing other assigned duties
Shares maintenance duties when and where able
Logs-off computer at end of day
Office Management Controls

Receives general supervision from Clinical Coordinator, Assistant Office Manager, Office Manager and/or Dental Director regarding unusual problems, emergencies or new situations and direct patient treatment supervision from the Provider
Complexity

The position involves having the expertise to anticipate the patient"s and the Provider"s needs
Scope and Effect

The Chairside Dental Assistant is instrumental in reducing stress levels for the Provider and the patient; reduction of these levels is directly related to the ability of the Chairside Dental Assistant to anticipate the needs of the Provider and the patient.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position, either sitting or standing, for extended periods of time.
Occasionally lifts, carries, pushes, or drags boxes or equipment up to 20 lbs.
Frequently moves inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Occasionally required to position self in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner.
Frequently required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, machinery and computers.
Frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Frequently operates a computer and other electronic equipment.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends."
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation bonus, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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