Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Join our dental care team as a Dental Assistant and help patients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their visits. You’ll prepare treatment areas, assist clinicians during procedures, maintain accurate records, and follow infection prevention and confidentiality requirements. Your impact: Careful chairside support and clear patient communication help clinicians deliver efficient care while patients feel more at ease.

Duties

• Provide chairside assisting, including four-handed dentistry, for general dentistry and procedures such as prosthodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery.
• Prepare and maintain dental equipment and instruments; perform dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, infection control, and aseptic technique.
• Take dental X-rays and support medical imaging, including use of a 3D scanner, as directed and within applicable requirements.
• Record vital signs, update medical records, and complete medical documentation.
• Support patient care and reception tasks, including scheduling, patient management, and clear communication about visit steps.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting or dental clinic experience, with knowledge of dental and medical terminology, anatomy, and dental equipment.
• Understanding of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), clinical confidentiality policies, infection prevention management, and healthcare infection prevention and control.
• Familiarity with X-ray procedures, dental sterilization, and infection control practices.
• Experience with Eaglesoft.

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person