Dental Assistant

**Job Title**: Dental Assistant **Department/Location**: Operations **Reports to:** Dental Practice Manager **FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt **Company Overview** Destiny Dental is an affiliate of ProSmile, one of the fastest-growing dental organizations, with a vast network of multi-specialty practices across **New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Washington D.C.,** and **Maryland**. Our practices are led by top-tier dentists who are committed to providing exceptional patient care while offering a supportive environment for dental professionals to thrive. We focus on delivering personalized, gentle care to our patients and creating a collaborative workplace with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and ongoing training. **Position Summary** As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of our patients and doctors. The duties of a dental Assistant are very important for the functionality of our dental offices. These duties can include patient care, recordkeeping, and appointment scheduling. As a Dental Assistant, you will work under the supervision of dentists and work closely with dental hygienists in their day-to-day activities. **Duties and Responsibilities** - Clearly demonstrate knowledge of dental instruments and assist the dentist in rendering patient care chairside. - Maintain inventory control in the operatories where treatment is rendered by the Provider. - Adhering to OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC guidelines. - Deliver world class patient interactions related to scheduling, follow up treatment, post-surgical information and record keeping. - Be able to perform basic lab procedures such as take impressions, pour models, and prepare cases for external labs. - Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. **Qualifications** - High School diploma or GED required - Easily able to learn new technologies and systems required and demonstrates a desire to learn - Applicable licensing required for the state in which you will work: Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license or willing to pursue licensure immediately required. - Radiation Health and Safety certificate - Certified Dental Assistant certificate preferred - 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment - Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed **Knowledge and Skills/Expected Competencies** - Knowledge of dental instruments and patient care. - Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public. - Excellent organization, prioritization, follow up, analytical and time management - skills with ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines. **Benefits Summary** At ProSmile, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their families. We offer the following benefits for Full Time Benefits Eligible Positions (35+ hours per week) and Part Time Benefits Eligible Positions (30-35 hours per week): - · Medical Insurance: Choice of five comprehensive Aetna medical plans, including options with low copays, deductible-sharing, and national provider networks. - · Dental Insurance: MetLife plans offering preventative, basic, major, and orthodontic coverage options. - · Vision Insurance: Davis and UHC vision plans with annual exams, eyewear allowances, and contact lens benefits. - · Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts: Pre-tax savings accounts for medical, dependent care, and healthcare expenses. - · Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with voluntary life, short-term, and long-term disability plans. - **Additional Perks:** - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Identity Theft & Fraud Protection - Legal Support Services - Discount Programs (including pet insurance, travel, theme parks, electronics, etc.) - Wellness Programs - Financial Wellness and Planning Tools **Physical/Mental Deman…