Dental Assistant

About the role

Our office, North Penn Endo - Lansdale, is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice.

We are looking for a talented and skilled Dental Assistant to help us accomplish our mission to improve the lives of our patients by providing a world-class specialty experience for every patient. Here is what you need to know about the role, our team and why we could be the right next step in your career.

Your Responsibilities

• You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist's shoulders.
• You will be focused on ensuring that the patients' needs, concerns, and questions are answered.
• You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go to resource during their visit which includes the following:

• Welcoming patients to the dental office
• Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
• Selecting and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
• Assisting the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keeping the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Scheduling appointments and post op visits
• Maintaining accurate patient records
• Able to work Monday - Thursday from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Additional information

As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Your Background

• You are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it.
• You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable / happier being, each and every day.
• You're a kind, passionate and collaborative problem-solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities, and values the chance to make an important impact.

You also have the following

• At least 1+ year(s) of experience as a dental assistant, specialty is preferred
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• An active state X-Ray license (if required by law) preferred
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment
• Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas
• Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods
• Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments
• Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations

If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the team!

Your Benefits & Perks

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan w/match options
• HSA / FSA Account Access
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

• 2100 N Broad St. Ste 100, Lansdale, PA 19446
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We believe in transparency through the talent acquisition process; we support our team members, past, future, and present, to make the best decision for themselves and their families. Starting off on the right foot with pay transparency is just one way that we are supporting this mission.

Position Base Pay Range $18—$23.50 USD

• Specialty1 Partners is the direct employer of non-clinical employees only.
• For clinical employees, the applicable practice entity listed above in the job posting is the employer.
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• Clinical employees include dental assistants and staff assisting with actual direct treatment of patients.
• Non-clinical employees include the office manager, front desk staff, marketing staff, and any other staff providing administrative duties.

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