Who is P1 Dental Partners?

No one became a dentist because they wanted to run a business. At P1, we put the focus solely on patient care by removing the administrative and operational burdens to give our doctors more time for what really matters: . These functions include: Compliance, Purchasing, HR, Recruiting, IT, Facilities, and Continuing Education.

Why P1?

P1 was founded on the idea that People are the most important part of what we do. Whether they are a Provider, a Patient, or one of our team members. If how you are valued, rewarded, and are given opportunities matters to you then maybe our company is one you want to explore.

Position: Dental Assistant

The Dental Assistant supports the dentist and other members of the dental staff in the performance of quality, caring, clinical dentistry by aiding the doctor and/or hygienist smoothly and unobtrusively during examinations and treatment. The Dental Assistant performs clinical and technical procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist and/or hygienist as well as prepares the operatory and equipment, gets the patient ready, and maintains awareness of the comfort and safety needs of patients.

Essential Duties:

• Records treatment information on the patient's chart, including treatment rendered, the type of treatment planned and the amount of chair time, doctor time and assistant time needed for next appointment.
• Assists with reporting and tracking as needed.
• Assists the doctor by passing instruments, aspirating intra‑oral fluids, mixing materials and medicaments during examinations or treatment.
• Takes radiographs as directed by the doctor.
• Prepares all treatment rooms including, but not limited to, set-up, decontamination, sterilization of all instruments, cleaning and restocking. Maintains cleanliness of the dark room, lab and sterilizing area.
• Maintains all chemical solutions, i.e., disinfectant soaks and sprays, sterilents, ultrasonic, and presoak.
• Reviews patient’s medical history, progress from the previous visit, if applicable, and the scheduled treatment plan with each patient.
• Takes impressions for diagnostic and opposing models.
• Applies non‑aerosol and non‑caustic topical agents and fluoride. Removes post‑extraction and periodontal dressings.
• Helps administer nitrous oxide to patients as applicable. Cleans hand pieces, vacuum traps, and sharp instruments. Places and removes rubber dams.
• Pours and trims study models

Additional or different duties may be assigned occasionally at employer’s discretion.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skilled in the use of standard dental office equipment including: Autoclave, model trimmer, X-ray machine - Pano, Panoramic X-ray, ultrasonic, Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide, Laser, Intra Oral camera, Vacu-press, and hand pieces. Ability to take blood pressure, attach EKG leads, and read monitors.
• Knowledge of cross contamination and how to prevent it. Knowledge of OSHA regulations and changes.
• Ability to take radiographs, including FMX, Pano and anterior PA’s. Knowledge of English composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Skilled in the use of standard office equipment including: telephones, calculators, copiers, fax, computers, and computer software (MS Excel, Word, Practice Management software).
• Ability to engender trust from the doctors, co-workers, and patients. Ability to work cooperatively with management, staff, and patients.
• Ability to collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and maintain confidentiality.

Special Requirements/Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid X-ray certificate CPR & first aid certificate

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.