full-time 16 days ago
Dental Assistant - Pediatrics
Merhoff Pediatric Dentistry
185 Kimel Park Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
20 - 25/hr
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Job Description
At Merhoff & Associates Pediatric Dentistry, we are committed to loving and supporting our neighbors. We have made resources available to our patients to enjoy and learn about dental health and good habits. Our goal is to promote oral health in children everywhere. If this sounds like you, come join our team!
Position Summary:
The job of a pediatric dental assistant is to ensure that each patient consistently receives outstanding, individualized service at each treatment appointment.
Responsibilities:
Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of each clinical day engaged and ready to participate in team morning meeting
Welcome patients to the dental office with a smile and positive energy
Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Ensure that patients have an excellent experience by providing care in a patient-friendly environment. This includes bringing patients back on time for their scheduled appointment and greeting and acknowledging each patient by name at the treatment appointment
The goal of the assistant is to, over time, get to know the patients and interact with families on an individual level (i.e. team member remembers things about each patient)
Serve as chairside clinical assistant, demonstrating proficiency in all areas of pediatric dental assisting including, but not limited to: photographs, x-rays, assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry, select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed, any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the doctor
Demonstrate proficiency in dental language and terminology such that clinical assistant can type chart notes using the terms and abbreviations used by the practice
Demonstrate proficiency in practice management software such that assistant can schedule appointments and cover telephones to help the administrative team when necessary
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Efficiently run clinical chair to see 12-15+ patients per day in a timely manner
Provide instructions to patients/parents throughout dental treatment
Sterilize instruments according to regulations via cold sterile, dry-heat, and autoclave methods and undertake lab tasks as instructed
Work with other team members, both clinical and administrative, to help the day run smoothly
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Qualifications:
Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates)
Dental x-ray certification
Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Position Summary:
The job of a pediatric dental assistant is to ensure that each patient consistently receives outstanding, individualized service at each treatment appointment.
Responsibilities:
Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of each clinical day engaged and ready to participate in team morning meeting
Welcome patients to the dental office with a smile and positive energy
Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Ensure that patients have an excellent experience by providing care in a patient-friendly environment. This includes bringing patients back on time for their scheduled appointment and greeting and acknowledging each patient by name at the treatment appointment
The goal of the assistant is to, over time, get to know the patients and interact with families on an individual level (i.e. team member remembers things about each patient)
Serve as chairside clinical assistant, demonstrating proficiency in all areas of pediatric dental assisting including, but not limited to: photographs, x-rays, assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry, select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed, any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the doctor
Demonstrate proficiency in dental language and terminology such that clinical assistant can type chart notes using the terms and abbreviations used by the practice
Demonstrate proficiency in practice management software such that assistant can schedule appointments and cover telephones to help the administrative team when necessary
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Efficiently run clinical chair to see 12-15+ patients per day in a timely manner
Provide instructions to patients/parents throughout dental treatment
Sterilize instruments according to regulations via cold sterile, dry-heat, and autoclave methods and undertake lab tasks as instructed
Work with other team members, both clinical and administrative, to help the day run smoothly
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Qualifications:
Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates)
Dental x-ray certification
Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
About Merhoff Pediatric Dentistry
Merhoff & Associates Pediatric Dentistry is a leading pediatric dental practice offering a friendly and caring environment for infants, kids, and teens. With nearly 30 years of combined experience, Dr. Tina Merhoff, Dr. Victoria O’Neal, Dr. Caitlin Miller, and Dr. Lauren Russell provide exceptional care with advanced techniques.