POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Assistant at Burns Dentistry is a key member of the team, working closely with our dentists to ensure a dynamic and memorable patient experience. This role is responsible for supporting the delivery of exceptional dental care through the preparation of the treatment room, instruments and materials, and assisting the dental providers as needed. The Dental Assistant is the patient’s advocate throughout their dental experience, reinventing the patient  experience through meaningful interactions. 

ABOUT BURNS DENTISTRY

We are Burns Dentistry, we provide comprehensive state-of-the-art dental care in a dynamic, fun, and supportive environment, and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to reinvent the dental experience, adding value to people's lives one smile at a time. We are dependable and driven to see each team member achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals through working together. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: we are Results-driven, Accountable for our actions, Dependable team members, work in Alignment with our goals, and we operate with Respect. 

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Create a positive and individualized experience for each patient 

• Build rapport with patients to ensure a memorable smile
• Schedule patient appointments, accommodating for potential scheduling conflicts
• Prepare dental materials and equipment for the scheduled treatments 
• Function as a treatment coordinator, preparing and presenting treatment plan to patients 
• Maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment inventory, and other ancillary duties
• Assists with patient management during dental procedures
• Proactively support team members and pods 

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Ability to thrive in an environment of change and growth
• Accountable and coachable to learn
• Experience successfully maintaining a positive attitude while working in a team environment with competing priorities
• Ability to engage with patients, providers, and team members building professional relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments within the practice, which may include travel to other locations, with a positive approach

• Outstanding organization and administrative skills
• Ability to think individually as well as collaboratively when approaching job responsibilities
• Demonstrate initiative, dependability, and promptness
• Ability to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient care

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) (Required))
• X-Ray Certification (Required) 
• 2yrs of Dental Assistant experience (Preferred)    

BENEFITS

• Performance based incentive opportunities
• Employer-Sponsored: Health and Vision Insurance 
• Premier PPO & HDHP Coverage Plan Options
• Company dental discounts for employee and immediate family
• $10,000 Employer-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D
• Employer-Paid LTD Coverage 
• Paid Holiday, Vacation, and Sick time
• 401(k) Options 
• Mountainside Fitness Membership
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time 
• Requires ability to occasionally lift up to 25lbs
• Position may require travel to and from field sites to monitor the status of multiple projects 
• Background check

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Burns Dentistry recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.

If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to [email protected] Already a Burns Dentistry candidate? Please connect directly with your recruiter to discuss this opportunity.