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New Employee Onboarding

Comprehensive onboarding checklist for new hires covering OSHA training, HIPAA compliance, practice orientation, equipment training, and administrative setup. Triggered when a new team member is added.

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The steps

01

Complete new hire paperwork (W-4, I-9, direct deposit, emergency contacts)

Collect and process all required employment paperwork on or before the first day.

30 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Federal law requires I-9 employment eligibility verification within 3 business days of hire.

How to do it

1. Provide the new hire packet. 2. Verify I-9 identity documents. 3. Complete Section 2 of the I-9. 4. Set up the employee in payroll. 5. File all documents.

02

Conduct practice orientation and office tour

Walk the new employee through the entire office.

30 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

A thorough orientation reduces anxiety and accelerates productivity.

How to do it

1. Walk through all areas. 2. Point out safety equipment. 3. Show SDS binder. 4. Introduce team members. 5. Show their workspace.

03

Provide and review Employee Handbook

Give the employee handbook and review key policies.

30 min Required signature
Why this matters

The handbook establishes expectations and protects the practice legally.

How to do it

1. Provide handbook. 2. Review key sections. 3. Highlight HIPAA sections. 4. Answer questions. 5. Have them sign acknowledgment. 6. File the form.

04

Conduct OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens training

Provide initial BBP training covering exposure risks, PPE use, and the Exposure Control Plan.

60 min Required signature
Why this matters

OSHA requires BBP training before tasks with potential blood/OPIM exposure.

How to do it

1. Use an approved BBP training program. 2. Cover all required topics. 3. Allow time for questions. 4. Have the employee sign training documentation. 5. File documentation.

05

Conduct OSHA Hazard Communication (HazCom) training

Provide initial HazCom/GHS training on chemical hazards.

45 min Required signature
Why this matters

OSHA requires HazCom training before working with or near hazardous chemicals.

How to do it

1. Review HazCom program. 2. Show SDS binder. 3. Explain GHS labels. 4. Walk through an SDS example. 5. Identify chemicals in their role. 6. Review spill procedures. 7. Sign training form.

06

Conduct HIPAA Privacy and Security training

Provide initial HIPAA training on patient privacy and PHI handling.

45 min Required signature
Why this matters

HIPAA requires training before accessing PHI.

How to do it

1. Review HIPAA policies. 2. Cover PHI, minimum necessary, patient rights, disposal, security, email rules, social media, breach reporting. 3. Sign training form and confidentiality agreement. 4. Set up system access.

07

Offer Hepatitis B vaccination

Offer the HBV vaccine series per OSHA requirements.

15 min Required signature
Why this matters

OSHA requires the offer within 10 days of initial assignment.

How to do it

1. Explain HBV risks. 2. Offer the 3-dose series at no cost. 3. Schedule first dose if accepted. 4. Track vaccination schedule. 5. If declined, sign declination form. 6. File documentation.

08

Review emergency procedures and exits

Walk through all emergency procedures.

20 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

New employees must know emergency procedures on day one.

How to do it

1. Walk evacuation routes. 2. Point out exits. 3. Show assembly point. 4. Review fire extinguisher PASS technique. 5. Show emergency kit and AED. 6. Review Emergency Action Plan. 7. Explain their emergency role.

09

Conduct infection control and sterilization protocol training

Train on infection control protocols per CDC guidelines.

60 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Infection control is the foundation of safe dental practice.

How to do it

1. Review CDC Guidelines. 2. Demonstrate hand hygiene. 3. Walk through sterilization workflow. 4. Demonstrate operatory turnover. 5. Review waterline management. 6. Review waste segregation. 7. Quiz informally.

10

Train on practice management software (Open Dental)

Provide role-specific software training.

60 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

The practice management system is used by every staff member.

How to do it

1. Set up user account. 2. Demonstrate core functions. 3. Front desk: scheduling, payments, insurance. 4. Clinical: charting, treatment planning, imaging. 5. Show relevant reports. 6. Provide login credentials.

11

Train on dental equipment specific to their role

Provide hands-on equipment training.

60 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Equipment training prevents damage and ensures safe operation.

How to do it

1. Identify equipment for their role. 2. Demonstrate operation, safety, troubleshooting. 3. Supervise them operating each piece. 4. Provide reference guides.

12

Review standard operating procedures (SOPs) for their role

Walk through all relevant SOPs.

60 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

SOPs provide consistency and serve as a reference.

How to do it

1. Provide copies of SOPs. 2. Walk through each together. 3. Demonstrate critical procedures. 4. Have them observe. 5. Allow supervised performance. 6. Note SOPs needing updates.

13

Set up badge, keys, and building access

Provide access credentials.

15 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Access setup on day one allows independent function.

How to do it

1. Issue access badge/key card. 2. Provide keys. 3. Set up alarm code. 4. Provide computer login. 5. Document all issued items. 6. Explain return policy.

14

Provide uniforms/scrubs and dress code review

Issue uniforms and review dress code.

15 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Professional appearance standards are part of the practice brand.

How to do it

1. Determine size. 2. Issue scrub sets. 3. Review dress code. 4. Explain laundering expectations. 5. Review PPE dress code.

15

Assign a training buddy/mentor

Pair with an experienced team member.

10 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

New hires with mentors reach full productivity 30% faster.

How to do it

1. Select an experienced team member. 2. Introduce as training buddy. 3. Explain the buddy role. 4. Give training milestones list. 5. Schedule check-ins.

16

Set up email and communication tools

Create email account and add to communication channels.

15 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Communication access ensures the new hire receives important updates.

How to do it

1. Create email account. 2. Add to distribution lists. 3. Set up Practice Flow account. 4. Add to messaging platforms. 5. Ensure notifications work. 6. Test messaging.

17

Review radiation safety protocol (if applicable)

Train on radiation safety principles and equipment.

30 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Any employee operating X-ray equipment must understand radiation safety.

How to do it

1. Review ALARA, time, distance, shielding. 2. Demonstrate X-ray technique. 3. Review operator positioning. 4. Explain lead apron and thyroid collar use. 5. Issue dosimetry badge. 6. Review state regulations.

18

Review patient communication and customer service standards

Train on patient communication standards.

30 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Every team member is a practice ambassador.

How to do it

1. Review communication guidelines. 2. Cover phone etiquette. 3. Review greeting standards. 4. Discuss handling upset patients. 5. Review HIPAA-compliant communication. 6. Role-play scenarios.

19

Review benefits enrollment and payroll schedule

Explain benefits and enrollment deadlines.

20 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Missing the enrollment window means waiting until next open enrollment.

How to do it

1. Review available benefits. 2. Provide enrollment forms. 3. Explain payroll schedule. 4. Review time tracking. 5. Answer questions. 6. Set enrollment deadline reminder.

20

Train on Practice Flow task management system

Show how to use Practice Flow for daily tasks.

20 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Practice Flow is the primary tool for task management and compliance tracking.

How to do it

1. Log in and set role. 2. Show My Day view. 3. Demonstrate task completion and proof. 4. Show checklists and training content. 5. Demonstrate chat. 6. Show help resources.

21

Schedule 30-day check-in meeting

Set a calendar appointment for 30-day check-in.

5 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

The 30-day check-in is a critical retention tool.

How to do it

1. Schedule 30-minute meeting at 30-day mark. 2. Prepare agenda. 3. Inform the new hire. 4. Schedule 60-day and 90-day check-ins.

22

Complete dental terminology training (if no prior dental experience)

Train on dental terminology, tooth numbering, and charting.

30 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Dental terminology is specialized vocabulary new employees cannot learn on the fly.

How to do it

1. Provide terminology guide. 2. Review tooth numbering. 3. Review surface designations. 4. Review common abbreviations. 5. Review procedure code families. 6. Quiz informally.

23

Verify professional licenses and certifications are on file

Collect and verify all professional credentials.

15 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Employing unverified staff exposes the practice to enormous liability.

How to do it

1. Collect copies of all licenses. 2. Verify each via state board website. 3. Record license numbers and expirations. 4. File in personnel file. 5. Set renewal reminders.

24

Train on daily opening and closing procedures

Walk through opening and closing checklists for their role.

45 min Required timestamp
Why this matters

Opening and closing procedures are the bookends of every day.

How to do it

1. Pull up opening checklist in Practice Flow. 2. Walk through each item. 3. Have them shadow a team member. 4. Repeat for closing. 5. Supervised performance on day three. 6. Independent by end of week one.

25

Complete new hire orientation acknowledgment form

Have the employee sign acknowledgment that all topics were covered.

10 min Required signature
Why this matters

A signed acknowledgment documents that the employee received all required training.

How to do it

1. Review the acknowledgment form. 2. List every training topic. 3. Employee checks off each topic and signs. 4. Include date, signatures, and Q&A statement. 5. File the form. 6. Provide a copy.

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