Teamwork in the Dental Office

We always hear about teamwork and how important it is. Like the quote, “There is no “I” in team.” It really is true. If you want to be successful in your career as a dental assistant, teamwork is where it starts and ends. There is nothing more that will make a dentist happier than to see their employees working together as a team. Have you heard the acronym Together Everyone Achieves More? Our Columbus Academy of Dental Assisting are here to deliver some tips on how to be a great team member and put in your fair share of teamwork for job security and growth in the dental field.

Scenario 1:

It’s 9:55 a.m., you started work at 7 a.m. today and have been rushing around all morning seeing patients back to back. It feels like lunch is nowhere in sight. You are behind for your 10 am patient, and you are hoping for a miracle. It’s 10:05, and you are still finishing up your patient, but no sign of that 10 am patient yet. Your dreams come true; they don’t show for their appointment. You finish up your current patient, dismiss them, and need a snack, some water, and a bathroom break. You take your instruments to sterilization and notice it’s super backed up too. You know you need this mini-break to reset physically and mentally so you can give it your all. This is when you make sure you don’t waste any time. Grab your snack, chug some water, and go to the bathroom quick. Now is your turn to be the hero and see if anyone else needs help.

Scenario 2:

Think if the above scenario is the hygienist next to you. They are behind all morning, hoping for that cancellation or moment to breathe, and they aren’t getting it. You have an opening but don’t know what you could do to help. ASK! Help them turn their room over when they dismiss a patient or seat their next patient and update medical history and take x-rays. “You scratch my back, and I’ll scratch yours” comes into play here. If you are free, take advantage by helping others. This way, everyone is happy and stays sane throughout the day. We all have off days, and our goal is to please not only our patients but for each other as well. This is going to allow the office to flow much more smoothly on a day to day basis.

We could go on and on about different scenarios and how teamwork is the best way to contribute to an office. Your dentist will recognize your hard work and energy and reward you for it. So, if you want to stand out and get that recognition you deserve, go that extra mile to help a coworker and be sure to thank them when they return the favor.

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Columbus Academy Of Dental Assisting
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2022-04-30
This class has been great. The instructors are amazing and Allison is always responsive if you have any questions or concerns. Jerika gave the best lectures, and made studying for the finals fun.
Lourdes R
Lourdes R
2022-04-30
Helps you understand things well & makes lab time fun
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katherine konopka
2022-01-02
The instructors from dental reflections are amazing ! Allison gets you ready for your next step in life
Jaren Kay
Jaren Kay
2021-12-30
Such a great school to learn the basics of dental assisting all the instructors are super helpful and will go out of their way for you. I would def recommend it to anyone who wants to be a dental assistant.
Rene H
Rene H
2021-01-28
I’m so glad I found this program! The small class size made it easier for me to focus and get the one on one help and attention I needed to learn as much as I could! Allison and all of the instructors did everything they could to make sure we would succeed in the field and find jobs. Even after graduation I know I can turn to Allison for questions or advice. If you’re looking for a dental assisting program I couldn’t recommend this one enough!!
Bailey Thomas
Bailey Thomas
2020-05-20
This program is one of the best dental assisting programs in the area! Chassiti and Allison do an amazing job teaching this course and providing all the necessary learning that is needed to be an outstanding dental assistant. They go above and beyond and are always willing to help out, even months after you finish the course. The program is reasonably priced, there is a lot of one-on-one and hands-on experience with the instructors. Small class sizes allow you to really succeed and get any questions answered. I would definitely recommend anyone thinking about doing this program to do it! 10/10!!
Raina Shaw
Raina Shaw
2019-12-14
Going to this program was the best decision I’ve ever made!! The instructors are so awesome and fun to work with and they program is really easy to fit in a schedule. I cannot wait to start my career path all thanks to this program and the lovely instructors.
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