Dental Assistant

Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our dental professionals. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills in clinical assistance, patient management, and dental procedures will shine. You will be instrumental in ensuring smooth daily operations, maintaining clinical excellence, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all patients. Paid employment is guaranteed for this rewarding role, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including general dentistry, oral surgery, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Take and develop dental x-rays and other medical imaging to assist with diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
• Provide chairside assistance by handling dental instruments efficiently, maintaining aseptic technique, and supporting four-handed dentistry practices.
• Educate patients on oral health care, post-treatment instructions, and dental terminology to promote ongoing oral hygiene.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with patient management to ensure comfort and safety throughout procedures.
• Maintain clinical cleanliness by following dental sterilization procedures and infection control standards aligned with healthcare infection prevention and control expertise.
• Support the dental reception area by managing appointment scheduling, patient check-in/out processes, and answering patient inquiries professionally.
• Assist with the operation of dental equipment such as 3D scanners and other advanced technology to enhance diagnostic accuracy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Dental Assistant in a busy dental clinic environment.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical documentation, and medical records management.
• Proficiency with EMR systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix; familiarity with patient management software is highly desirable.
• Skilled in dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, infection prevention management, and aseptic technique.
• Ability to perform dental x-ray procedures accurately while adhering to safety standards.
• Knowledge of pediatric dentistry practices and experience assisting with oral surgery or endodontic treatments preferred.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively educate patients about procedures and oral health care.
• Certification in radiography or X-ray technology is required; additional certifications in pediatric dentistry or healthcare infection control are advantageous.
• Demonstrated understanding of general dentistry procedures, dental equipment operation, and clinical confidentiality policies.

Embark on a fulfilling career where your expertise directly impacts patients’ smiles! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values your skills in dental assisting while offering opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person