full-time 6 days ago

Lead Dental Assistant

Dentistrie

2512 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN 47803
Competitive Compensation

About the Practice

N/A Team Members
Denticon Software

Job Description

Description:

Our Terre Haute office is looking for a leader with dental assisting experience to be to join our team as the Lead DA.

About the Company

Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.

Job Purpose

To assist the dentist effectively and efficiently in providing dental care to patients and to promote Familia Dental's culture, mission, and values.

Responsibilities

Perform all regular General Dental Assistant duties

Schedule appointments and assist with appointment confirmation calls

Train and educate dental assistants on responsibilities and job duties including:

setting up treatment rooms, equipment, and inventory

patient history, vitals, consent forms, and x-rays

recognizing and responding to dental emergencies

making impressions and presenting treatment plans

sterilization, disinfection, and equipment maintenance

Assist with educating dental assistants on PPE, safety processes, and company policies

Provide dental education to staff and patients

Help set expectations by complying with all company policies and processes at all times.

Manage dental supply ordering and inventory within budget

Monitor doctor schedules, patient flow, and clinic operations

Communicate daily with the Office Manager on various clinic matters

Attend meetings, trainings, and continue own education

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and Familia Dental policies

Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

Qualifications/Skill Sets

Exceptional people skills

Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills

Computer skills and experience with dental management software experience. Denticon experience is preferred.

Ability to work in fast paced, patient-focused environment.

Detail oriented.

Able to carry out written and verbal instructions

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Meet state requirements for DA duties, continuing education, or license; Basic Life Support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate

3-5 years of dental assisting experience preferred

Meet state requirements for duties, education, certifications

Benefits offered:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Time Off

Access to Financial Advisors

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

On demand Pay > Receive a portion of your check before payday!

Availability / Schedule:

Office Hours: M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sat, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Full-time employment:

5 days a week, about 40 hours per week

available to work Saturdays, when needed

8–10-hour shifts