Dental Assistant
- Consulting
- $17 - $20
- Albuquerque, NM
Healthcare Industry - Mission Driven - Benefits
A bit about us:
We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Consulting Dental Assistant to join our team. This unique role combines the clinical skills of a dental assistant with the financial acumen of an accounting professional. The successful candidate will not only assist in providing top-tier patient care but will also contribute to the financial management of the dental practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned dental assistant looking to expand their skill set and take on a new challenge in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
Why join us?
This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your clinical and financial skills in a new and challenging environment. If you are a dedicated, patient-focused professional looking for a chance to expand your horizons, we would love to hear from you.
Job Details
Responsibilities:
Your role as a Consulting Dental Assistant will be twofold. On the clinical side, you will:
1. Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
2. Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
3. Ask about the patient's medical history and take blood pressure and pulse.
4. Serve as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
5. Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
6. Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling).
7. Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
Qualifications:
1. Dental Assistant certification, where required by state law.
2. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on patient care.
5. Experience with dental practice management software.
6. A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Excel.
9. Familiarity with financial software systems.
10. Knowledge of dental insurance billing and coding.
Your role as a Consulting Dental Assistant will be twofold. On the clinical side, you will:
1. Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
2. Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
3. Ask about the patient's medical history and take blood pressure and pulse.
4. Serve as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
5. Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
6. Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling).
7. Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
Qualifications:
1. Dental Assistant certification, where required by state law.
2. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on patient care.
5. Experience with dental practice management software.
6. A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Excel.
9. Familiarity with financial software systems.
10. Knowledge of dental insurance billing and coding.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.