Dental Assistant - Periodontist

Position Summary:
The Periodontal Assistant is responsible for supporting the periodontist in both clinical and administrative duties. Responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment and surgical procedures, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up and maintaining instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting during periodontal and dental procedures. The Periodontal Assistant plays a key role in ensuring an efficient workflow while providing exceptional patient care.
To be successful in this position, candidates should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and attentive to patients' needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of periodontal procedures and surgical protocols, excellent hand-eye coordination, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment. The schedule is 4 days a week. 3 working with our periodontist and 1 day floating between the other specialties.

Responsibilities:

Assist the doctor with all dental procedures including but not limited to take directions from doctor, anticipate doctor’s needs, performing patient oral evaluations, take, develop and mount accurate and high-quality X-rays and 3D scans, various laboratory duties including provisional

Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to the HIPAA guidelines. Adhere to safety guidelines/procedures to OSHA and practice standards

Perform administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing

Prepare patient charts, record treatment plans, and update dental records

Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols

Assist the surgeon with all chairside procedures including operatory setup, and cleanup

Prepare patients for procedures

Provide patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes

Monitor stock of surgical supplies and medication and replenish as needed

Ensure instruments and equipment are effectively maintained

Provide excellent patient care at all times

Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience required / Previous periodontal experience is preferred but not required
Dental assistant certification where required
X-ray/Radiography certification
Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law
Experience with relevant dental software

High school diploma or equivalent
Sound knowledge of how to use surgical equipment, instruments, and materials

Good understanding of surgical techniques, chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols

Excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation

Great organizational and time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to provide excellent patient care, even under stressful circumstances

Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude