Dental Assistant

As a Dental Assistant at Archway Dental Partners, you'll engage in various tasks including providing chairside support to dentists, preparing treatment rooms, taking diagnostic images, and ensuring that operatories are well-stocked and organized. Your role is crucial in maintaining an efficient patient-care environment.

To become a Dental Assistant at Archway Dental Partners, you should have prior experience in a dental assisting role, a high school diploma or GED, and certifications in Radiation Health & Safety and Infection Control. A positive attitude and dedication to patient care are also essential.

Working as a Dental Assistant at Archway Dental Partners comes with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, and generous paid time off. We prioritize the well-being of our team members!

At Archway Dental Partners, we foster a growth mindset by offering continuous learning opportunities. As a Dental Assistant, you will be encouraged to adapt and improve your skills, ensuring you thrive in your career while delivering exceptional patient care.

The company culture at Archway Dental Partners is collaborative and supportive, emphasizing respect and compassion. We believe in creating a positive work environment where Dental Assistants and caregivers work together as a team to achieve meaningful results for our patients.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of your past roles, responsibilities, and the skills you've acquired. Highlight your chairside assisting, patient communication, and any specialized training you have that relates to the position at Archway Dental Partners.

Discuss your knowledge of infection control protocols and your experience in adhering to sterilization procedures. Mention your attention to detail and how you maintain a tidy and organized work environment to support the dental team effectively.

Share your strategies for comforting anxious patients, such as your communication style and empathy. Illustrate an example where you successfully eased a patient’s fears to demonstrate your understanding and dedication to patient care.

Explain your approach to managing time and multitasking. Mention how you prioritize based on scheduled procedures and patient needs while being flexible to adjust your focus as circumstances change throughout the day.

Identify attributes like strong communication skills, attention to detail, teamwork, and a patient-first mindset. Illustrate how these qualities contribute to providing excellent patient care at Archway Dental Partners.

Provide an account of a specific challenge, such as a conflict with a patient or managing a last-minute schedule change. Highlight your problem-solving skills and how you maintained professionalism in resolving the issue.

Discuss any specific dental software you've used (like patient management systems) and your comfort level with technology. Highlight your readiness to learn new tools as necessary for the position at Archway Dental Partners.

Share your commitment to ongoing education and learning. Discuss any courses, workshops, or memberships in professional organizations that help keep your skills and knowledge in line with industry advancements.

Discuss your techniques for de-escalating tense situations. Provide an example of how you've successfully communicated with a difficult patient in the past, emphasizing your focus on empathy and understanding.

Express your enthusiasm for the company’s commitment to high-quality patient care and supportive work culture. Share what specifically about Archway Dental Partners resonates with your personal values and career aspirations.