Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will help create a welcoming environment for patients while supporting the delivery of exceptional dental care. In this vital role, you will assist dentists during procedures, manage patient care, and ensure the smooth operation of daily clinical activities. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will contribute to maintaining high standards of infection control, patient safety, and clinical efficiency. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to oral health excellence.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, supplies, and equipment, ensuring all tools are sterilized and ready for use in accordance with infection prevention management protocols.
• Assist dentists during a variety of procedures including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry by handing instruments and managing patient comfort.
• Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans using advanced medical imaging technology while adhering to dental sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques.
• Manage patient records accurately within electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for confidentiality and data security.
• Monitor vital signs and medical documentation to support patient care before, during, and after treatments.
• Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care instructions, and answer questions related to dental terminology or procedures.
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments using patient management software and assisting the dental receptionist with patient check-in/out processes.

Skills

• Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, dental instrument processing, and dental sterilization procedures.
• Strong knowledge of dental equipment operation including X-ray machines, intraoral cameras, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools.
• Familiarity with EMR systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix for accurate medical documentation and record keeping.
• Understanding of healthcare infection prevention and control policies including aseptic technique to ensure a safe clinical environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively using dental terminology while demonstrating excellent patient management skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced dental clinic environment with a focus on general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery or endodontics is preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy relevant to dentistry along with proficiency in medical terminology related to dental procedures.

This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to advance their career in healthcare by providing outstanding patient care while supporting the clinical team with technical expertise and compassionate service. Join us in making a difference—your skills will help shape healthier smiles every day!

Pay: $26.98 - $32.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 24.0 per week

Work Location: In person