Dental Assistant at Boulder

Job Description

At Smile Brands Inc., we applaud the strength and integrity of our most valuable resources, our employees and affiliated dental staff!We attribute our success to the talented, caring professionals - dentists, office staff and corporate employees alike - who share a common vision of providing Smiles for Everyone. We honor our affiliated dental staff and our employees because their passion, integrity and dedication to serving patients create the foundation of all that we do.

With nearly 400 affiliated offices in 18 states, Smile Brands Inc. is a dynamic, growing company and the largest provider of dental support services in theUnited States.We provide business support services, non-clinical personnel, facilities and equipment to our affiliated dental groups. Through 3 unique and strong brands, Bright Now! Dental, Monarch Dental and Castle Dental, affiliated dental staff and employees are able to deliver general, specialty and cosmetic care to nearly a million patients each year.

Our approach offers significant advantages to both dentists and patients. Come join the team and share in the success!

Description

Under general supervision from the Dentist, the Assistant supports dental auxiliary operations by assisting the Dentist, administering company policies and regulatory compliance programs, providing training and limited supervision to auxiliary employees and maintaining the dental supply inventory.

• Sterilizes and disinfects instruments and equipment.
  
• Prepares treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for dental procedures.
  
• Greets and prepares patients for treatment.
  
• Exposes and mounts dental diagnostic x-rays.
  
• Assists the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
  
• Conducts work in compliance with office policies and procedures, safety, OSHA and MSDS guidelines.
  
• Records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient.
  
• Makes preliminary impressions.
  
• Pours, trims, and polishes study casts, fabricates custom impression trays from preliminary impressions, cleans and polishes removable appliances, and fabricates temporary restorations.
  
• Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by Dentist.
  
• Records treatment information in patient records.
  
• Actively participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals by working efficiently and providing a high level of patient service.
  
• Assists with other duties as needed
  

Job Requirements

• previous experience with Dental Assistant functions
  
• CPR Certification
  
• X Ray License
  
• Coronal Polish License
  
• Case presentation and Computer Skills Required
  
• Experience using MS Office
  
• Strong customer service ethic
  
• Good communication skills
  
• Strong multi-tasker

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, which includes: Medical, Vision, Life Insurance and 401K. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Country: USA, State: Colorado, City: Boulder, Company: Smile Brands Inc..