Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Assistant - Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah - Farmington, UT
- Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job
- Farmington, UT
Job Description
Assists in front desk duties in answering the phone, making appointments, checking in patients. Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials, passing instruments and materials, performing procedures in compliance with procedures and protocols. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team!
Responsibilities
Include, but are not limited to:
Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Other duties as assigned to support the efficient operations of the Tribe
Necessary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrates ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Demonstrates ability to effectively organize and manage multiple tasks.
Demonstrates ability to produce neat, properly formatted typed copy.
Demonstrates ability to handle office procedures efficiently.
Demonstrates ability to deal with co-workers and clients in a friendly manner.
Demonstrates ability to learn assigned tasks and adhere to prescribed department policies and procedures.
Demonstrates respect for and awareness of Native American customs and traditions.
Skilled in Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Requirements
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be insurable through the Tribeâs vehicle insurance required.
Must pass a criminal and fingerprint background check according to P.L. 101-630 standards required.
Must pass a pre-employment alcohol/drug screening required.
Must pass the dental credentialing process required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma, equivalent GED or higher required.
Experience in typing and basic secretarial skills required.
One (1) year experience in a dental clinic setting required.
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION:
Must possess, maintain, and provide proof of a valid Driverâs License required.
Must obtain, maintain and provide proof of a valid First Aid and CPR certification within three (3) months of start date required.
Benefits
Group Health Care Plan (Health, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Identity Theft). Employer paid premiums for Employee, Spouse and Dependents
Supplemental/Voluntary Benefits (Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
HSA Bank Account - Monthly employer contributions
Retirement Plan (401k, Roth) - Dollar for dollar match up to 6%
Paid Time Off
Paid Birthday Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Education Assistance Program
Wellness Program - Earn up to $1,000 into your HSA account per year
