Dental Assistant

Overview

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll help keep appointments running smoothly while supporting comfortable, attentive patient care. You’ll prepare treatment areas, assist the dentist during procedures, and maintain accurate records. Your impact: By anticipating clinical needs and explaining each step clearly, you help patients feel informed and supported throughout their visit.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry for general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery procedures.
• Prepare and maintain dental equipment, instruments, and treatment rooms; follow dental sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and infection control requirements.
• Take dental X-rays and support medical imaging, including use of a 3D scanner when applicable; record vital signs as directed.
• Update medical records and medical documentation in patient management software, such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or other electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Support patient management and dental receptionist tasks, including appointment coordination and clear communication about care.

Experience

• Must be DANB certified.
• Dental assisting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental and medical terminology, anatomy, dental instruments, and equipment supports effective clinical assistance.
• Familiarity with EMR systems, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, medical coding, and patient management software is helpful.
• Follow HIPAA, clinical confidentiality policies, and healthcare infection prevention and control practices when handling patients, records, and instruments.

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you DANB/ ICE certified?

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person