Licensed Dental Assistant - Edinborough Way
Company: Park Dental
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:Park Dental Edinborough Way is seeking a compassionate,
professional Dental Assistant to join our team-oriented
practice.COMPETITIVE PAY AND SIGN-ON BONUS!!!! Why should you
choose Park Dental? Park Dental associates truly care about our
patients and want to make a difference. Below are just a few perks
of working at Park Dental as a Dental Assistant:Competitive
compensation and comprehensive benefit packageMedical, Vision,
Dental and OrthodontiaPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysRoth and 401(k)
programs with company matchLife insuranceShort and Long-Term
DisabilityHealth Saving PlanFlexible Spending PlanCompany-sponsored
professional developmentClinical excellence and quality assurance
standardsProfessional Development and Career Advancement
opportunitiesMultiple locations across the Twin Cities, greater MN,
and WI - and growing! As a Dental Assistant, you will assist the
Doctor in providing quality dental treatment and education to
patients.Responsibilities:Essential job duties Include:Provide
quality patient service by delivering thorough patient care,
effective communication, and personal attention in a gentle and
caring manner and plan appropriate dental hygiene care including
prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, debridement, and
periodontal maintenanceComplete dental hygiene procedures utilizing
hand and mechanical scalers with a high degree of technical
skillConduct a general oral health screening for each patient and
communicate findings to the DoctorProvide local anesthetic and
nitrous oxide to patients under general supervision by the
DoctorExpose appropriate quality radiographs and develop, mount,
and label properlyProvide accurate and concise patient record
charting and complete database information to allow the Doctor to
determine the appropriate treatment plan for the patientMaintain a
clean work environment and dental equipment to meet OSHA and Center
for Disease Control sterilization and infection control regulatory
standardsThe qualifications we are looking for in a Dental
Assistant include:High School diploma requiredBachelor's Degree or
equivalent combination of education and work experience preferredA
current Minnesota Dental Assistant LicenseCertified to administer
local anesthesia in Minnesota and nitrous oxide analgesiaAn
up-to-date and organized Professional Portfolio summarizing written
documentation of professional development activitiesCurrent CPR
certification obtained through the American Heart Association
health care provider course, the American Red Cross professional
rescuer course, or an equivalent course.Knowledge of dental
information and techniques necessary to assess oral conditions and
treat periodontal disease including symptoms, treatment
alternatives, and preventative measuresKnowledge of the principles
and processes for providing dental and patient services including
patient needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services,
and evaluation of patient satisfactionPossess strong interpersonal
skills, developing constructive and cooperative working
relationships with others, striving for collaboration, and
demonstrating professionalismPossess effective written and oral
communication skillsWork Schedule:Flexible ScheduleCompany
Information:We love our communities!Park Dental values being
involved in the communities they serve through. Corporate sponsored
volunteer events include Minnesota Dental Association's Give Kids a
Smile Day, the American Heart Association Heart Walk, and Minnesota
Mission of Mercy.Since 1972, Park Dental has been owned and led by
our doctors who are passionate about providing the best
patient-centered care. New Dental Assistants receive comprehensive
training and one-on-one mentoring, to be set up for success. Our
practices offer welcoming environments for patients and are
equipped with state-of-the-art technology.What some of our
employees are saying:" Park Dental does a greatjob being a family,
and bringing the teams together through various seminars and
volunteer opportunities. The most rewarding part about being a
dental assistant is helping the patients." Bee Vang, Licensed
Dental Assistant" Like" our Park Dental careers page on Facebook
for the latest updates about Park Dental!Park Dental is an equal
opportunity employer.
Keywords: Park Dental, St. Paul , Licensed Dental Assistant - Edinborough Way, Healthcare , Saint Paul, Minnesota
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