We are Rodeo!
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics is one of the fastest growing, multi-specialty dental groups in the country.
The company's team of 100 award-winning doctors provide a full range of general dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and board-certified pediatric dental services Rodeo locations throughout the United States.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Preferred to have Dental Anesthesia Assistant (DAANCE) National Certification or DAANCE
eligible
•Ability to lead and inspire a team during procedures involving sedation or anesthesia
procedures
•Ability to communicate clearly with the office team and doctors
•Must have a great deal of empathy and compassion for patients and family
•Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred
•Must be able to travel within and possibly out of state (Any of the out of state travel
arrangements would be coordinated by Rodeo Dental Travel department)
•This position may require the employee to use his/her personal vehicle to travel to
different partner locations during the course of the workday, which means an active,
valid Driver' License is required
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
•Washes and sterilizes re-usable equipment and reports malfunctioning equipment to
appropriate personnel
•Performs safety checks on anesthesia equipment and assists anesthesiologist as
needed
•Basic interpretation of ASA monitors as well
•Airway management in the operatory and/or recovery room
•Removal and dressing of ASA monitors and IV line respectively prior to patient
discharge
•Pre-operative interview with patient discussing health history of major systems and
explanation of the course of the general anesthesia appointment including verifying
NPO status and current medications, allergies, etc.
•Review post-operative anesthesia instructions to patients/parents or guardians and
address all pertinent questions prior to patient departing
•Connect and verify connections of oxygen tanks and regulators from central supply as
well as back up E tank oxygen cylinder verification prior to induction of the first patient of
the day. Change tanks when pressure indicates throughout the clinic day
•Intravenous line placement
•Clinical placement on patient of ASA monitors (American Society of Anesthesiologists)
such as:
- Blood pressure cuffs
- Pulse oximetry
- Temperature probe
- ECG electrode placement
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Prolonged sitting and standing as needed
•Ability to lift up to 15 lbs