Registered Dental Assistant

Registered Dental Assistant

Dakota Dunes, South Dakota, United States

Title:

Registered Dental Assistant
- With a Sign On Bonus Opportunity Practice:
Oral Surgery Implant Specialist

Location:

Dakota Dunes, SD

Hours:

Monday
- Wednesday 8:00am - 5:00pm Thursday
- Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm

We're excited to welcome you—and we're making it even sweeter with a $2,000 sign-on bonus! You'll receive $1,000 on your first paycheck after your start date, plus another $1,000 after six months of employment.

* Bilingual in English and Spanish. Candidates selected for roles requiring bilingual communication may be eligible for additional compensation based on demonstrated language proficiency and business needs

Position Purpose:

The surgical assistant is responsible for ensuring the compassionate, effective, and efficient delivery of high-quality clinical care for patients while practicing and providing safety in the work environment. The ideal candidate will assist oral surgeons during procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions:

Patient Care & Experience:

• Ensure all patients receive the highest quality of care and service.
• Communicate with patients in a friendly, professional manner, both in person and by phone.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with patients, staff, and surgeons.
• Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions.
• Monitor patient vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed.

Clinical & Surgical Support:

• Assist oral surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment required for surgical procedures.
• Support adherence to best practices, established protocols, and the highest patient safety standards.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Accurately document patient encounters and surgical procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintain controlled substance safety protocols and documentation.

Office Operations & Safety

Support a clean, professional clinical environment, including:

• Clean and stocked operatories
• Maintained equipment and adequate supplies

Support monthly office safety and compliance checks, including:

• Crash carts
• Fire extinguishers
• Emergency preparedness attestations
• X-ray unit calibration
• Omni-cam calibration
• Controlled substance inventory and drug book accuracy
• Oxygen tank readiness
• Printing and maintaining controlled substance invoices

Team Collaboration & Professionalism:

• Promote a collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care.
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred)
• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Required
• Basic life support certification or DAANCE certified Required

Experience:

• Previous dental experience – Preferred not required
• Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is preferred. (Will train the right candidate.)
• Basic life support certification – Employer will assist if not completed

Performance Requirements:

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently with exceptional initiative and sound judgment
• Positive attitude, change advocate, able to lead by example
• Strong Knowledge of oral surgery procedures
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety

Work environment/Conditions:

• Fast-paced dental office environment
• Overtime is sometimes required as needed to perform job functions
• Some travel as needed for training and to perform job functions
• Safety procedures required, including protection to minimize the risks from X-rays
• Potential long hours standing.

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