SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Periodontist, you will help with preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, setting up rooms, and assisting the dentist during dental procedures. This candidate will assist with surgeries and other duties around the office. Ability to communicate effectively with the patients, vendors, and practice employees will be necessary. 

HOURS:

Monday - Friday: 7:45am - 5:00 pm

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Greets and welcomes patients in person and via phone.

· Assists in surgeries and IV sedations.

· Communicates with patients, parents, guardians, and visitors.

· Enters data using dental practice management software.

· Attends and participates in team meetings.

· Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

· Performs sterilization and repackaging of instruments.

· Performs room turnover set up and break down.

· Implant case coordination including supplies, guides, equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

· Other skills required:

* Strong communication skills.

* Dependability; able to arrive to work daily and on time.

* Team player.

* Attention to detail and thoroughness.

* Good interpersonal skills.

COMPETENCIES:

· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

· Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Treats all patients with respect.

· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to walk, stand and sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Benefits (waiting periods apply):

• 10 days PTO per year
• 7 Paid Holidays per year
• Employer Provided Scrubs
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with match
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance