Progressive Implantology & Periodontics is dedicated to its patients and team members. We provide dental care under the guidance of our Specialty Dentists and Hygienists. This of course cannot be done without the support of the rest of our team. Working at Progressive Implantology & Periodontics gives you opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally. Our team is coached, mentored, and trained from day one. We believe in the personal and professional growth of every team member. You’ll have opportunities to learn and grow through our various growth paths. Our commitment to our patients and our team is what unites us. Our goal is to educate our patients to empower them to be able to make personal informed decisions regarding their dental health

Working at Progressive Implantology & Periodontics is different and that’s not just because we offer growth paths. We want you to be you! Our team members are appreciated, and we value their contributions and authorship as we seek continuous improvement. We believe that being different is better than “being better”. Why? Because each of us bring something unique to the team. We recognize that each individual can contribute in valuable ways to our patients, referral sources, and each other.

The Dental Assistant will work closely with our providers, ensuring they are supported to achieve their goals and the goals of the organization. This role is vital to the success of our practices. The Dental Assistant will report to the Practice Manager

Our Core Values

At Progressive Implantology & Periodontics, we believe that our team is made up of ROCStars. Because of this, we pride ourselves on upholding these values in everything we do:

Rise – We want our team to experience continuous growth by rising to each challenge. We want our team to grow personally and professionally.

Own-It – Our team has a consider it done mindset, taking responsibility and ownership of their work.

Contribute by caring for our patients, being a team-player, and helping our community.

Smile Squad – Our team is known as the Smile Squad. It’s enjoyable to be around people who are happy,

We all share these core values - and so will the next team member we bring on!

A Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant

On any given day at Progressive Implantology & Periodontics you can expect to encounter the following:

· Arriving 15 minutes before the 1st patient.

· Working with a driven team of diverse individuals.

· Working in an office that strives for continuous improvement.

· A team that treats everyone with compassion and humanity.

· Working with patients to educate, receive feedback, and to ensure the team is able to provide them with an experience that aligns with the practice’s mission.

· Ensure optimal workflow.

Patient Care

· Prepare for and attend morning huddle with patient information. Review treatment records.

· Prepare the room for the scheduled procedure, have the appropriate instruments and supplies needed for the case. Test all equipment prior to seating the patient.

· Prepare tray setups for dental procedures, plus sterilize and disinfect dental instruments and equipment after each use.

· Retrieve patient from the reception room, walk up to the patient to greet them, walk side by side with patient down the hallway to the treatment room. If applicable offer the patient a beverage and make them comfortable while in consult room or operatory.

· Make patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and obtain dental records. Educate patients regarding surgery procedures, take patient’s blood pressure, and take and record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.

· Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures including instructing patients on post-operative and general oral health care.

· Hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices. Engage in appropriate patient/dentist conversation. Anticipate next steps as much as possible and keep operatories stocked appropriately.

Dental/Lab

· Make casts of teeth and mouth from impressions and clean and polish removable appliances as directed.

· Enter TenEx Procedures into the computer under the correct provider, in the correct folder on the PIP drive.

· Take impressions for surgical guides, dental flippers as needed.

· Apply topical anesthetics to gums and remove sutures as directed.

· Verify accurate procedures, tooth numbers or quadrants are correct, and the provider is attached to each appointment. Change as needed to accurately show the procedure that was completed for given day.

· Schedule in the appropriate template block any future appointments for the patient. Give patient a reminder card as needed. Cards are located in the top drawers in each operatory.

· Fill out and send task list to the Treatment Coordinator.

· Patient Name/Pharmacy/Medications/Medical Clearance/Sedation Type/Appointment Length.

· Send in electronic prescriptions as needed per the request of the doctor for non- controlled substances.

This role is for you if:

· You love working in a fast-paced environment.

· You thrive when you can problem solve various challenges.

· You enjoy open and honest communication.

· You love working with patients.

· You can’t live without rising and contributing to something bigger.

· You act as a leader and can hold others accountable.

· You understand conflict resolution and are able to address difficulties with others.

· You are able to multitask and accomplish multiple projects at the same time.

· You have an ability to prioritize and plan ahead.

· You are comfortable speaking in front of others or groups of people.

· You understand what it takes to work together as a team

· You are able to evaluate and record performance-based behavior of the team

members you manage.

· You are able to demonstrate as many administrative tasks as possible i.e. answering phones, collecting payment, etc

· You demonstrate a positive attitude, self-motivation, organization, and

resourcefulness.

· You maintain a reputation, through proven action, of being team oriented and

willing to assist where/when needed.

· You have exceptional communication skills with the ability to demonstrate these

skills in both face-to-face and electronic formats including but not limited to

telephone and email systems with special attention to detail and accuracy.

· You are driven by results, solutions, and impact.

This role is not for you if:

· You have difficulty identifying opportunities for improvement and are content with

the status quo.

· You see leadership as something that does not improve, develop, or change over

time.

· You do not like metrics and feel uncomfortable “keeping score.”

· You treat this position as a job and not a career.

· You prefer to work behind the scenes as opposed to directly with people.

· You do not feel that contributing to a team is important.

What winning looks like:

· You’ll help lead us in hitting our specific clinical goals.

· We support you in winning by reviewing metrics, performance targets.

· You attribute to a culture that is positive and accountable.

· You accomplish tasks and projects in a timely manner that allows you to assist in day-to-day operations.

What’s next?

Still want to join our team? Great! If you have 1 year of relative experience as a Dental Assistant and are looking to make a difference in the community, apply today! We take culture very seriously, and because of that, when it’s right, it’s right. If after reading the full job description you are thinking, “this sounds PERFECT for me," then we want to get to know you. When you join the team here at Progressive Implantology & Periodontics you can expect every day to be a fun adventure that you get to experience with a driven group of really cool people. We strive to Rise, Own-it, Contribute, and hope you will too by joining our Smile Squad.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• ACLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person