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Dental Assistant - Stoughton Wisconsin
Company: First Choice Dental
Location: Stoughton, Wisconsin
Posted On: 05/08/2025
Description:Availability at multiple locationsJOB PURPOSE:To enhance the daily operations of the clinic by providing excellent service and communication to our patients. A dental assistant (DAS) gives the overall impression of the company as typically patients spend most of their time with DAS's; therefore it is vitally important to set the tone with a positive attitude.ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS:1. CHAIRSIDE ASSISTING: - Prepare, sterilize, disinfect, and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and equipment.
- Collect and record patient health histories.
- Maintain patient management during dental procedures to make sure the patient is comfortable (i.e. proper suction, using tools in a gentle manner).
- Properly transfer instruments to the doctor and/or second DAS.
- Perform dental procedure isolation techniques. Keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
- Preparation of dental materials (cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials, etc.).
- Thorough charting of treatment information in the patients' dental notes from the doctor.
- Assist doctor in management of medical and dental emergencies.
- Clean and polish removable instruments.
- Fabricate temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
- Instruct patients on postoperative instructions and general oral health care.
- Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (i.e. tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling, etc.).
- Proficient with dental software (Dentrix) for charting, treatment planning, clinical notes, etc.2. EXPANDED FUNCTIONS:
- Expose diagnostic x-rays and take intra-oral camera pictures (as needed).
- Take impressions.
- Use and maintain diagnodent, water laser, wand, intra-oral camera, etc.
- Adapt temporary crowns for both posterior and anterior.
- Place topical medications.
- Remove excess cement from fabricated restorations and orthodontic bands.
- Insert and adjust removable mouth appliances (i.e. denture, partial, flipper, bite splint, etc.).3. DENTAL INFECTION CONTROL PROCEDURES:
- Manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards.
- Perform instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection, and re-circulation.
- Disinfect dental operatory and sterilization.4. DENTAL LABORATORY PROCEDURES:
- Pour impressions to make models and trim models.
- Fabricate mouth guards, temporary crowns, whitening trays, custom impression trays, etc.
- Prepare casting models and dies.5. BUSINESS OFFICE PROCEDURES:
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments.
- Pull patient charts and file paperwork.
- Answer the phone and take messages.
- Follow all forms of HIPPA and patient privacy for confidentiality.
- Greet patients and display a proper hand-off to the front office when checking a patient out.
- Make unscheduled treatment calls.6. PATIENT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION:
- Educate patients on personal oral care instructions (post-op, temporary crowns, removable appliances, extractions, etc.).
- Take part in community dental health presentations.
- Help to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and oral surgery.7. DENTAL ASSISTING - SPECIALTY AREAS:
- Assist with endodontic procedures and oversee the care of the endo equipment (microscope, hand pieces, files, etc.).
- Assist with conscious sedation and oversee the patient's blood pressure and pulse oximeter readings.
- Assist with implant procedures.
- Assist with orthodontic procedures.
- Assist with TMJ procedures.
- Assist with perio procedures.
- Assist with oral surgery procedures.8. SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Exemplify excellent patient service by answering questions in a thorough manner and following up with the patient (when need be).
- Foster a positive attitude at work when interacting with staff and patients and be a team player.
- Practice First Choice Dental's philosophy of 3-step communication.
- Perform work in an efficient manner and be timely with patient care.
- Provide a proper handoff to the doctor.
- Conduct unscheduled treatment calls and talk to patients about scheduling their next appointment.
- Be willing to help out at other sites (on day off or when asked).
- Help with keeping the doctor and schedule running on time.
- Respect patient privacy by maintaining a professional tone and by not discussing personal matters with other staff in front of a patient. The focus and conversation should always be centered around the patient. Keep level of voice controlled in order to not disturb other patients.
- Initiate ideas for ways the site can improve or become more efficient.
- Maintain effective organizational skills and a high attention to detail.
- Take the time to carefully explain information to patients in a non-technical manner.Requirements:JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB EVALUATIONDOCUMENTATIONThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.KNOWLEDGEEDUCATION:
- High School Diploma required
- Dental Assisting Diploma/Certificate preferredEXPERIENCE:
- Requires a minimum of two years of recent dental assisting experience
- High proficiency with computers and electronic communication preferred
- Dentrix software preferredSKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong interpersonal skills (making the patient feel welcome)
- Strong organizational and teamwork skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple requests efficiently
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective written and verbal communication skillsLICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- CPR Certification
- OSHA CertificationDECISION MAKING
- Prioritize duties
- Strong willingness to respond to patient questions/requestsBUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS
- Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with doctors, patients, vendors, visitors, team members and the broader heath care community
- Demonstrates a commitment to service, organizational values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all timeCONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
- All employee records/conversations/benefit elections
- Business legal mattersHOURLY WAGE
- Based on experienceHOURS/WEEK
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