Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION SUMMARY
The Dental Assistant at Secure Dental is a key member of the team, working closely with our dentists to ensure a dynamic and memorable patient experience. This role is responsible for supporting the delivery of exceptional dental care through the preparation of the treatment room, instruments and materials, and assisting the dental provider as needed. The Dental Assistant is the patient’s advocate throughout their dental experience, providing meaningful patient feedback with compassion.
ABOUT SECURE DENTAL
We are Secure Dental, a practice focused on providing advanced dental services with state of the art equipment and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to transform our patients' lifestyle through personalized and remarkable dental care. We are accountable and disciplined in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: we are aligned, productive, transparent, and results oriented.
OBJECTIVES
Create a positive and individualized experience for each patient
Build rapport with patients to ensure a memorable smile
Schedule patient appointments, accommodating for potential scheduling conflicts
Prepare dental materials and equipment for the scheduled treatments
Function as a treatment coordinator, preparing and presenting treatment plan to patients
Maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment inventory, and other ancillary duties
Assists with patient management during dental procedures
Proactively support team members and pods
Complete instrument cleaning & sterilization, post-op sanitization of treatment rooms
Collect and record patient health history
Attend and participate in internal meetings and complete required training
Performs other related duties as assigned by management
COMPETENCIES
General Dentistry knowledge
Experience successfully maintaining a positive attitude while working in a team environment with competing priorities
Basic computer skills including the use of dental software and Microsoft Office
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments within the practice, which may include travel to other locations, with a positive approach
Outstanding organization and administrative skills
Ability to think individually as well as collaboratively when approaching job responsibilities
Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptness
Ability to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient care
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
RDA/QRDA certification, preferred
Prophy and sealant experience, preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend
Ability to withstand moderate noise levels from dental and other lab equipment
Exceptional hand dexterity
Near Vision - the ability to see details at close range
Ability to lift at least 35 pounds
BENEFITS
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Opportunity for Incentive Compensation
Leadership Autonomy
Work Life Balance with Fixed hours
Professional Training & Development Opportunities
PRP and Phlebotomy
Prophy and Sealant CE
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Secure Dental recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.
If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to info@secure-dental.com. Already a Secure Dental candidate? Please connect directly with your recruiter to discuss this opportunity.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No