Dental Assistant

Role and Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant will help surgeons during surgery by performing duties such as tissue retraction, intravenous lines, and completing documentation. The Dental Assistant will be responsible for supervising the surgeon's team of surgical assistants. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for maintaining and preparing for patient schedule.

• Verifies the identity of patients and operative sites.
• Discusses with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure including operative consent, methods of operative exposure, diagnostic and laboratory data, and patient-advanced directives and other needs.
• Monitors and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Maintains an unobstructed operative field using surgical retractors, sponges, and suctioning and irrigating equipment.
• Determines availability of necessary equipment and supplies for operative procedures.
• Obtains and inspects sterile or nonsterile surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Operates sterilizing devices.
• Monitors patient intra-operative status.
• Obtaining dental radiographs and digital imaging.
• Complete patient clinical narratives.
• Provides guidance and oversight to Surgical Assistant team.
• Maintain schedule for a team of direct of reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Licensed LVN.
• At least two years of relevant experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required or the ability to complete within 1 month of hire.
• At Least one year of related experience preferred.
• DAANCE certification preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Basic Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to work well in a team or individually.
• Good judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Passion for keeping people safe.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
• Superior listening skills with the ability to quickly comprehend instructions in emergency situations.

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental, and Vision Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Uniforms/Scrubs provided

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

Competitive pay, Bonus potential, and annual merit reviews

401(k) Plan w/Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans

LIFE INSURANCE

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Paid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks) and 6 Annual Paid Holidays

Long and Short Term Disability Plans