Dental Assistant Job in Huntsville, Texas

(Job ID: 539961)

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Dental Assistant We are a fee-for-service, relationship-based dental practice located in Huntsville, TX. Our practice has roots in the community dating back to 1981 and has remained private and family-owned. We feature a positive and supportive team and work at a moderate pace during patient hours. Full time benefits include paid vacation and sick time, bonus system, retirement plan, CE opportunities, OSHA/HIPAA training. Reports to: Dentist PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients SPECIFIC DUTIES Patient Management: Greet patients when they sign in and monitor arrival time Set up treatment rooms for procedures Escort patients to treatment room Seat patients in treatment rooms Show care and concern, and help patients feel comfortable Obtain and review health histories according to office protocol Ensure patients are always attended Present and review informed consent Anticipate and assist dentist’s needs Perform expanded functions and other tasks as assigned by the dentist Mix dental materials Ensure patients’ questions are answered thoroughly before they leave Chart patients and record date, service rendered and any charges Verify correct procedure code entry for each patient visit Escort patients from the treatment room Ensure proper treatment notes are recorded in patient’s chart Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by dentist which include but are not limited to: 1. Diagnostic impressions 2. Temporary crowns 3. Diagnostic/Invisalign Scanning 4. Take quality, diagnostic radiographs Give patient instruction and demonstrate when necessary Monitor patient flow Treatment Room Management and Sterilization: Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures Disinfect treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations Keep trays, instruments, bur blocks, and treatment room drawers organized Ensure that office sterilization procedures document is on display Promptly send out and monitor all dental laboratory cases Implement the preventive maintenance/cleaning schedule for dental equipment Maintain dental office emergency kits Follow laboratory procedures according to office protocol Records Management: Securely store and handle patient records in compliance with state and federal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations Accurately file patient information and records, including patient casts and lab materials Arrange patient charts and radiographs for next day’s appointments Track cases and referrals to and from other doctors Assist in the administration of the recall system Inventory Management: Monitor inventory and order dental office supplies as needed Ensure that treatment rooms are stocked at all times Office Participation: Help in other areas of the office when necessary (i.e., answering phones, unpacking supplies, completing insurance forms, moving former patient records, etc.) Be an active participant in team meetings Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS Education/Experience High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of accredited dental assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred Coursework in dental instruments and procedures Compliance with state dental practice requirements (i.e., X-ray requirements, OSHA training) Computer skills – basic computer skills, typing, Dentrix, Windows Commitment to CE for career development Interpersonal Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff Engage in appropriate and professional conversation with patients