Lead Dental Assistant

  • Princeton, NJ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Thanks for visiting our Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.Lead Dental AssistantPrinceton, NJFull TimeExperiencedDepartment: OperationsReports to: Dental Practice ManagerFLSA Status: Non - ExemptCompany OverviewProSmile is the fastest growing dental organization on the East Coast and has the largest network of affiliated multi-specialty dental practices in New Jersey, with an expanding footprint in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Our premier DSO is led by world class dentists who understand what highly skilled dentists and dental professionals need to grow a practice while focusing on delivering the best-in-class clinical care to their patients.Position SummaryAs the Lead Dental Assistant you will assist the doctor with all dental procedures including but not limited to, taking directions from the doctor, anticipating the doctor's needs. Other duties are as outlined below.Duties and Responsibilities
  • Maintain overall efficient flow of the office
  • Understand responsibilities of each clinical staff member; recognize when staff is working well and implement procedures along with the help of the Office Manager, Dental Director and Regional Director
  • Schedule Chairside Dental Assistants with the help of the Office Manager
  • Provide progress reports on OSHA each month to the Office Manager and Dental Director
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Major Duties
  • Constantly watch for charts to be placed in the doctors' inpatient box; responsible for overall patient flow of the office, seating patients in dental chairs when one is available and all Chairside Dental Assistants are too busy to call the next patient in
  • Control and be responsible for inventory and supplies for clinical and laboratory materials; all supplies are to be approved and proper procedures followed
  • Responsible for seeing that hand pieces are lubricated (if applicable) and working properly
  • Delegate responsibilities to the Assistant Clinical Coordinator (if one is assigned)
  • Delegate duties to Chairside Dental Assistants and follow up on assignments
  • Provide an evaluation of the Chairside Dental Assistants
  • Report any mishaps to the Office Manager, Dental Director and Regional Director (e.g. running out of necessary supplies, problems with instruments, chairs, etc.)
  • Responsible for matching lab receipts/invoices received and forwarding them to the Comptroller's office; for matching lab bills to lab cases received and following established protocols; and for sending lab cases out promptly. Laboratory slips should be fully completed and entered into the logbook
  • Ensures that lab slips are signed for
  • Responsible to see that all sterilization equipment is working properly
  • Review and update the Emergency First Aid Kit every three (3) months
  • Keep a log of dates when disinfectant solutions were changed, especially on the counter baths; place a sticker on the baths to indicate the date when solutions were changed
  • Check the status of nitrous and oxygen tanks
  • Check operatories and dental equipment
  • Be prepared at all times to answer patient inquires about safety, sterilization and instruments
  • Responsible for the functioning of the compressor and evacuating systems
  • Check to see that all evacuation lines have been cleaned
  • Turn on the x-ray developer and adjust the level of chemicals (if applicable)
  • Check all dental units and x-ray machines for proper working order
  • Be sure that the following equipment is turned off at the end of the day: developer; nitrous and oxygen tanks; carpule warmers; compressor; suction units; x-ray machines; lights
  • May enter treatment plans for the doctors in the computer to expedite treatment
  • Submit weekly repair and equipment list to Corporate
  • Place timely-submitted orders for supplies
  • Assists Office Manager when necessary performing other assigned duties
  • Shares maintenance duties when and where able
  • Logs-off computer at end of day
Complexity
  • The position involves having the expertise to anticipate the patient's and the Provider's needs
Scope and Effect
  • The Clinical Coordinator is instrumental in reducing stress levels for the Provider and the patient; reduction of these levels is directly related to the ability of the Clinical Coordinator to anticipate the needs of the Provider and the patient
Qualifications
  • Dental Assistant w/ x-ray
  • CPR
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel
  • One or more years DA experience
Physical/Mental Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and use hands and arms to operate general office equipment {PC, telephone, file cabinets, copier, fax machine and printer). The employee may occasionally lift and/or move between 10 and 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to travel to healthcare practices.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.The Company reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between the Company and the employee.Equal EmploymentOur culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and leads in provider and patient satisfaction. ProSmile values diversity, inclusion, and equity as matters of fairness and effectiveness. We are committed to hiring and retaining a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering an inclusive working environment where staff of all backgrounds feel welcomed and engaged.ProSmile is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals underrepresented in the medical sector, including people of color, and persons with non-traditional work and educational experience. All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply.Company SafetyWe believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. ProSmile is committed to proactively creating and maintaining an environment that is safe for our team and patients. Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks, gloves, gowns, and more as needed and in accordance with CDC standards.ApplyApply for this positionRequired*First Name*Last Name*Email Address*Phone*AddressResume*We've received your resume. Click to update it.orAttach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) orPaste your resume here orDo you have a high school diploma or GED?*Please disclose any family members, domestic partners, member of your household, or individuals you know who are currently employed by ProSmile or any of our affiliated brands (Smart Arches, DHA, etc.)?*If yes, please list name and location.Have you ever worked for ProSmile or any of its affiliated offices, either currently or in the past? (Please list office)*How did you hear about this opportunity?*Are you looking for Full Time Employment?*The following questions are entirely optional.To comply with government Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action reporting regulations, we are requesting (but NOT requiring) that you enter this personal data. This information will not be used in connection with any employment decisions, and will be used solely as permitted by state and federal law. Your voluntary cooperation would be appreciated. .GenderRace/EthnicityInvitation for Job Applicants to Self-Identify as a U.S. Veteran
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