Dental Assistant

Overview

great Office looking for 2 to 3 days position as a dental assistant for now, transitioning to full time within few months

Hours 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

your duties will be helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their visits. You’ll prepare treatment rooms, assist clinicians during procedures, maintain accurate records, and help keep care safe and organized. Your impact: Careful chairside support and clear patient guidance help clinicians focus on treatment while patients receive attentive, coordinated care.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assisting, including four-handed dentistry, for general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery procedures as assigned.
• Prepare and maintain dental equipment, instruments, and treatment areas; follow dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and infection control practices.
• Take dental X-rays and support other medical imaging tasks when trained and authorized; assist with 3D scanner use as needed.
• Record vital signs, update medical records and documentation, and support patient management software and EMR (electronic medical record) systems.
• Help with patient care and dental receptionist duties, including scheduling and visit coordination.

Requirements

• Dental assisting or dental clinic experience, with knowledge of dental and medical terminology, anatomy, and dental equipment.
• Familiarity with EMR systems and patient management software; experience with Eaglesoft or Dentrix is preferred.
• Understanding of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), clinical confidentiality policies, and healthcare infection prevention and control.
• Ability to follow infection prevention management procedures and maintain accurate records; medical coding experience is a plus.
• Pediatric or general dentistry experience is helpful; knowledge of pediatrics, X-ray procedures, and dental sterilization is valued.

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person