Dental Assistant Job in Alpharetta, Georgia

(Job ID: 545178)

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Our client is looking for a Dental Assistant, to assist their clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. You will handle a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations that range in complexity and skill with plenty of room to learn and grow. All aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service and communication skills. Responsibilities Ensure a welcoming and well-prepared treatment room for patients by meticulously following prescribed procedures and protocols. Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient. Serve as a key communicator within the practice, providing valuable information and support to both patients and colleagues through responsive interactions. Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments. Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth. Provide diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts. Maintain patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances. Help dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory. Educate patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions. Document dental care services by charting in patient records. Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Demonstrate dedication to upholding a safe and hygienic work environment by strictly adhering to established procedures, rules, and regulations. Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Provide other duties as assigned Please note these are Per Diem Roles: positions will vary from 1 day to a few weeks+. Covering call-offs, PTO, leave, etc. There are multiple position and locations in Georgia Alpharetta, Atlanta, Kennesaw, Johns Creek, Dalton, College Park, Marietta, Fayetteville, Stockbridge, Woodstock, Norcross, Suwanee, Roswell, Buford, Gainesville, Columbus, Austell and Fayetteville About our Dental Care Alliance We’re a collective support system for doctors, specialists, hygienists, receptionists, and office staff committed to improving the health of our patients and the communities we serve. A sum that’s greater than its parts. An ever-growing network and support system. We are an alliance you can trust to help unleash your true potential. Established in 1991 Approximately 400 allied practices Over 900 dentists in 24 states Over 3 million annual patient visits