Dental Assistant

Description

At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential.

If you align with our core values, putting people first, striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career.

As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits:


* Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more


* Robust earned paid time off program (PTO)


* Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles)


* Tuition & Professional Development Assistance

SCOPE OF ROLE

Reporting to the Director, Dental, the Dental Assistant provides quality care and services to patients by assisting dentists and other staff in a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties.

The Dental Assistant affects the efficiency and productivity of patient flow through timely, accurate and professional preparation of patients and patient information, including taking and processing x-rays.

The Dental Assistant ensures all patients enjoy a positive experience, and are treated with the care and compassion expected.

HOW YOU'LL SUCCEED:


* Ensure all patient records and related documents are managed and maintained timely, accurately, and consistent with all HIPAA and related regulations and requirements.


* Affect favorable billing and collection outcomes.

Ensure all patient services and billing information is collected and submitted timely and accurately.


* Ensure all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes, and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards, as well as clinic policies and procedures.


* Develop favorable relationships with all patients.

Instruct patients and their family members on general oral health care and/or information related to post-treatment care as appropriate.


* Establish favorable working relationships with all staff members associated with clinic operations, including Patient Services Representatives (PSR), dental hygienists, dentists, and related staff.


* Uphold and consistently always represent the values and mission of the organization.

Represent the organization in a highly professional manner at all times.


* Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.


* Prepare and maintain dental instruments, materials and equipment.


* Maintain infection control and follow policies for keeping operatories clean all the time.


* Collect and record patient health histories (dental and medical) and record information for dentist's reference prior to examination.


* Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after den...