Periodontal Dental Assistant Job in Palm Desert, CA 92260
(Job ID: 400719)

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Periodontics of the Desert has an opening for a full-time Dental Assistant in Palm Desert, CA. Were looking for someone thats as passionate about oral health as we are! The ideal candidate will be able to provide excellent patient care and multi-task with a smile. We are a premier specialty dental office serving our community for over 20 years! We are proud of our state-of-the-art facility and calming, stress-free environment. Want to join our team? Apply today! All of our staff members are provided training to make the transition to your new professional home. We offer all this and a compensation package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance plans, PTO and 401k. Responsibilities Provide outstanding customer service for the patient; excellent chair side manner. Assist the doctor with all dental procedures Take radiographs of patients using dental radiographic equipment Perform efficient and accurate procedures to help maintain doctors’ schedule and patient flow; create no patient wait time; maintain time flexibility for patient; be present, engaged, ready to work at all assigned shift times. Help clean the office and treatment rooms Review patient chart prior to doctor arrival and log appropriate patient data during exam and treatment as well as transcribe doctor notes in patient chart Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance Follow organizations safety policies and procedures Have knowledge and understanding of dental terminology sufficient to perform job successfully Verify patient health history (basic health review, medications, understanding impact with dentistry) and document appropriately in patients chart. Assist with other office duties as requested or needed Qualifications Prior DA experience preferred Versed in Dentrix is preferred Outstanding positive attitude and demeanor Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment Salary Range: $17 to $20 per hour, depending on experience