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Sweet Spot Smiles is a well-established dental practice that has been in business since 1997. Our doctors can provide most aspects of dentistry, and we have made a positive impact on our community for well over two decades. Google us and see for yourself —we truly are a different kind of dentistry!

Associate Dentist

Our team is looking for a skilled and caring general dentist to join our thriving practice and amazing team. This opportunity is ideal for those looking for a workplace where they will be respected, appreciated and given ample opportunity to learn and grow with the Locust Grove community. Does this sound like you? We’d love to meet you!

Job Description

As an associate dentist, you will be asked to diagnose and treat our patients’ dental health problems, examining both the teeth and soft tissue, providing oral health guidance, and preventing future problems from occurring. You will also be asked to create personal treatment plans for each patient and serve as lead expert to ensure these procedures meet our high standards of care. Our ideal candidate is able to provide personal assistance, medical attention and emotional support to our patients throughout their time with us.

Essential Functions:

• Examine patients’ mouths and accurately diagnose potential problems
• Meet our high standards of care while providing the following services:
• Dental Exams
• X-Ray Reviews
• Dental Cleanings
• Cavity Fillings
• Dental Sealants
• Administering Anesthetics
• Fractured Tooth Repair
• Tooth Extractions
• Gum Disease Treatment
• Oral Surgery
• Tooth Replacement
• Writing Appropriate Prescriptions
• General Oral Care
• Asepsis and Infection Management
• Specialist Referrals
• Maintain OSHA and office safety and hazard control protocols as well as HIPAA confidentiality standards
• Represent the professionalism and cooperation of Sweet Spot Smiles
• Follow-up with patients after their operations via phone call
• Be consistently punctual and adhere to the assigned schedule and time-off policies
• Easily and efficiently prioritize and meet deadlines and task assignments
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Participate in continuing education courses and seminars
• Keep current malpractice insurance
• Fulfill other duties and tasks as assigned

A Good Candidate Is…

• Professional and comfortable working with blood and unpleasant smells
• Detail-oriented
• Able to fulfill all assignments without sacrificing patient comfort or satisfaction
• Flexible and willing to help in an office or lab capacity when needed
• Able to anticipate patient needs and provide helpful oral health guidance
• A good oral and written communicator, especially when taking instruction, educating patients and reading work-relating documents.
• Able to perform routine maintenance on dental equipment and office space

Required Licensure:

• Current State Licensure
• Bachelor of Science Degree
• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

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Dental Hygienist

Our state-of-the-art dental office is looking for highly motivated full-time hygienists to join our amazing team of dental professionals at Sweet Spot Smiles. Think you could be the one we’re looking for? We’d love to meet you!

Job Description

As a dental hygienist, you will be asked to promote and maintain our patients’ dental health using modern dental technology while adhering to OSHA and office infection control protocols, maintaining a safe and positive work environment and working effectively with our team.

Essential Job Duties:

• Prepare treatment rooms according to office procedures
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment according to OSHA and office infection control policies and regulations
• Sterilize and otherwise maintain dental hygiene instruments and equipment
• Welcome, seat and prepare patients for treatment
• Communicate treatment information to patients and team members and answer follow-up questions
• Evaluate patient oral health and select treatment material and equipment accordingly

Meet our high standards of care while providing the following services:

• Dental Prophylaxis
• Oral Cancer Screenings
• Fluoride Treatments
• Temporary Restorations
• Oral Appliance Maintenance
• Amalgam Restorations
• Oral Hygiene and Post-Op Instruction
• Assist dentists during dental and medical emergencies
• Provide patients with reminders for their next dental hygiene appointment
• Maintain and update patient records while meeting HIPAA confidentiality standards
• Maintain inventory of dental supplies and equipment, anticipating needs and placing and expediting orders
• Continue education by attending educational workshops, participating in dental societies and reviewing professional publications
• Contribute to team effort by fulfilling other tasks as assigned

A Good Candidate Is…

• Familiar with modern dental technology and infection control procedures
• Warm and welcoming to patients and has a good bedside manner
• A good listener who works effectively with team members
• Familiar with administering medication
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated
• CPR Certified

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Dental Assistant

Currently our dental team is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to perform the following duties:

• Four-handed, chair-side assistance in all dental procedures with dentist
• Sterilizing dental equipment for procedures
• Prepare operatories for each procedure with the necessary equipment and charts
• Maintain dental records for each patient on the Dentrix system and in charts, file as needed
• Charting for patients in cooperation with the Dental Hygienists
• Prepare patients for the visit including taking x-rays
• Educate patients on proper dental care
• Maintain dental inventory, order supplies and restock as needed
• Coordinate activities with the other staff of the practice
• Maintain cleanliness of all office areas as needed
• Ensure patient follow COVID-19 protocols while in the office
• Build caring relationships with each patient
• Make appointments for the patients
• Perform receptionist duties as needed

Requirements include:

• Graduate of a Dental Assistant program with Extended Dental Functions Assistant (EDFA) certification, Associate’s Degree in Dental Assisting, or equivalent program
• Minimum of two years of prior dental assistance work experience
• Three or more years of experience or lead dental assistance preferred, but will consider a dental assistant graduate with 2 years of experience
• Manual dexterity with precise tools and instruments
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Good communication skills with the ability to work closely with all staff and patients
• Basic knowledge of computers
• Previous experience with Practice Management software, Dentrix preferred
• Desire to grow and learn
• Ability to work reliably on scheduled days with flexibility to fill in for other staff as needed

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Reception Coordinator

Our office is growing and so is our scheduling team! We have just recently added to our team of doctors, and with that comes the need for additional expertise in our scheduling department. We know that a reception coordinator can come in a range of sizes, shapes, and flavor. If you are efficient, timely and comfortable in a fast-paced environment, you may be the scheduling coordinator we are looking for! We are looking for applicants who love helping people with a smile on their face, who bring positive energy, who appreciate their teammates, and who help build trust and comprehension within our busy schedule.

Job Description

As a reception coordinator, you will be in charge of helping our patients navigate their dental insurance. This includes submitting and appealing claims, verifying coverage, performing benefits reviews, and educating patients on their insurance information. You may also be asked to perform basic office duties

Requirements:

• You have graduated from high school.
• You are comfortable answering phone calls and delivering information to a wide variety of sources.
• You learn quickly on a computer and are savvy with software systems.
• You are comfortable in an ever-changing, ever-growing environment.

Essential Job Duties:

• Answer, screen and forward calls when needed, answering questions, taking messages and scheduling appointments.
• Submit and appeal insurance claims, verify coverage, perform benefits and answer patient questions regarding insurance
• Educate patients on their insurance information
• Operate office equipment and learn new technologies as needed
• Use office scripts for phone and in-person conversations with patients
• Represent Sweet Spot Smiles in a professional and pleasant way
• Maintain punctual attendance according to the office schedule and time-off policies
• Effectively prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines
• Maintain after-hours phone when needed
• Work independently and as a team
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality standards
• Maintain OSHA and office safety guidelines

A Good Candidate Is…

• Professional and comfortable occasionally seeing blood or working around unpleasant smells
• Detail-oriented
• Willing to help with other office duties when needed
• A good communicator, able to understand and address patient concerns and keep patient records updated
• Experienced working in an office setting
• A high school graduate

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Hygiene Assistant

Our office is dedicated to our patients, and their safety and satisfaction is our top priority. We love seeing our patients leave with brighter, healthier smiles, and we’re looking for a new hygiene assistant to help us achieve our goals at Sweet Spot Smiles. Think you would fit into our team? We would love to meet you!

Job Description

As a hygiene assistant, you will be asked to maintain the office hygiene schedule, educate patients about their oral health, promote oral hygiene through practice marketing, fulfill various office duties and use the office software to track patient and appointment data.

Essential Job Duties:

• Answer, screen and forward calls, take messages and schedule appointments
• Coordinate with hygienists and dentists and fill the hygiene schedule
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral hygiene
• Become proficient with office software to track necessary patient and appointment data
• Learn new office technologies as they are implemented
• Use office scripts during phone and in-person conversations with patients
• Act as a professional and pleasant representative of the office
• Be consistently punctual and adhere to the office schedule and time-off policies
• Effectively prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
• Answer after-hours calls when needed
• Work well independently and in teams
• Fulfill other office duties when needed
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality standards
• Adhere to OSHA and office safety guidelines

A Good Candidate Is…

• Experienced working with dental software and Microsoft Office
• Experienced working in an office setting
• Comfortable and professional occasionally working around blood and unpleasant smells
• Detail-oriented
• Willing to fulfill various roles in the office when needed
• A good oral and written communicator, working directly with patients and doctors alike
• A high school graduate

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