Dental Assistant

Job Overview

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll help patients feel comfortable and support clinicians in delivering safe, efficient care. You’ll prepare treatment areas, assist chairside, maintain accurate records, and keep dental equipment and instruments ready for use. Your work may support general dentistry and specialties such as pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery.

Duties

• Prepare rooms and instruments using dental sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and infection control practices; follow infection prevention management standards and healthcare infection prevention and control requirements.
• Provide chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry support; prepare dental equipment and assist with X-rays, dental X-rays, medical imaging, and 3D scanner use as directed.
• Record vital signs, update medical records and medical documentation, and support patient care and patient management.
• Use EMR (electronic medical record) systems and patient management software; maintain clinical confidentiality policies and comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Support dental receptionist tasks as needed, including patient coordination and clear communication.

Your impact: Careful preparation and accurate records help clinicians focus on treatment and help patients receive organized, attentive care.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting or dental clinic experience preferred; knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy is valuable.
• Familiarity with Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or other EMR systems and patient management software preferred.
• Experience with X-ray procedures, dental instrument processing, dental equipment, and medical records is an asset.
• Demonstrate patient care skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to infection control and clinical confidentiality.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person