Traveling Dental Assistant Oral Surgery

Dental Assistant

Join PDS Health and advance your career as a Dental Assistant. You will learn new skills from experienced professionals and work in a supportive environment that values patient care and teamwork.

Compensation: $22.50-$31.50 / Hourly

If assigned to a specialty area (Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics or Pediatric), you will primarily support clinicians within that specialty. Specialty assistants may be required to have additional training and must maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation to travel to multiple offices per day when required.

• Perform duties in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
• Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience (PPE), focusing on patient needs while maintaining optimal care.
• Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to team members as appropriate.
• Communicate with front and back office teams to keep the schedule running smoothly.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and pleasant environment.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory per state infection control guidelines.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist clinicians to enable efficient, quality care.
• Complete radiographs and intra‑oral pictures under clinician direction.
• Prepare tray setups and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory.
• Keep patients’ mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed.
• Record patient charting and clinicians’ notes in the digital patient chart.
• Present treatment records, consents, and health history to clinicians before treatment.
• Ensure equipment maintenance per manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Collaborate with Lead Dental Assistant to manage clinical supplies.
• Operate and demonstrate technology to other team members.
• Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings, and other required meetings.
• Model company culture, values, and best operational practices.
• Demonstrate stewardship of the PDS Brand and Make decisions consistent with the brand framework.
• Implement the Perfect Patient Experience process to gain Patients for Life.
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, as well as state, federal, and regulatory bodies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• State‑mandated training, certification, licensure, or registration.
• For specialty assistants: valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Reliable transportation; background and motor vehicle record checks required.

• One‑year certificate from an accredited college or technical school (or equivalent education and experience).

• Respond to inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, and community members.
• Apply judgment and make decisions under pressure.
• Interact effectively with clinicians and owner doctors.
• Interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Read and analyze documents such as journals, manuals, safety rules, and regulations.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written forms to patients and coworkers.
• Interpret instructions in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Use basic computer software.
• Be results‑oriented: energetic, self‑starter, goal‑oriented, persistent.
• Provide customer service: flexible, empathetic, ethical.
• Act as an influencer who creates win/win situations.
• Work independently or as part of a team.
• Multi‑task effectively without compromising quality.
• Maintain exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Handle confidential patient records with utmost confidentiality.
• Remain organized and detail‑oriented in a fast‑paced environment.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Paid time to volunteer in the local community

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.