Job Description
Overview
Premier Dental has an opening for a dedicated Dental Assistant in Omaha, NE. The ideal candidate can assist in both basic & complex dental procedures in addition to maintaining patient records with utmost confidentiality and detail. We are looking for someone who is excited about using the latest & most up-to-date technology and is passionate about sharing their knowledge about oral health! Come join our team of experienced, supportive, diverse, and caring individuals! We offer a benefit package that includes health, dental, vision and disability insurance plans, PTO, and 401k with a match.
Premier Dental is a family-owned 25 operatory practice located in southwest Omaha. Our location is a standout in the community, not only for its large and beautiful building, but the services provided under one roof ... family, cosmetic, and sedation dentistry! We pride ourselves on a culture that promotes personal and professional growth in a positive and fun atmosphere. Voted Best of Omaha & Omaha Choice Awards
Learn more about us at www.premiersmile.com
Responsibilities
- Provide outstanding customer service for the patient; excellent chair side manner.
- Assist the doctor with all dental procedures
- Take radiographs of patients using standard dental radiographic equipment
- Perform efficient and accurate procedures to help maintain doctors' schedule and patient flow; create no patient wait time; maintain time flexibility for patient; be present, engaged, ready to work at all assigned shift times.
- Help clean the office and prepare treatment rooms for appointments
- Sterilize equipment
- Review patient chart prior to doctor arrival and log appropriate patient data during exam and treatment as well as transcribe doctor notes in patient chart
- Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance
- Follow organizations safety policies and procedures
- Have knowledge and understanding of dental terminology sufficient to perform job successfully
- Verify patient health history (basic health review, medications, understanding impact with dentistry) and document appropriately in patients chart.
- Assist with other office duties as requested or needed
Qualifications
- Prior DA experience preferred but not required
- Successful completion of a dental assistant program
- Radiology certified
- Comprehensive understanding of dental instruments
- Desire to learn state of the art technology
- Outstanding positive attitude and demeanor
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
Contact Karla Stocker at careers@premiersmile.com
Office: (402) 330-6757 , Cell: (402) 659-1626
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