Dental Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will help create a positive, efficient, and comfortable environment for patients and staff alike. In this vital role, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient care, and ensure the smooth operation of the clinic. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will contribute to delivering exceptional dental services while maintaining the highest standards of infection control and patient confidentiality. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, friendly setting dedicated to improving oral health.

Duties

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures including restorations, extractions, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly.
• Take and develop dental X-rays using advanced medical imaging technology such as 3D scanners and digital radiography systems.
• Manage patient records efficiently within EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like OpenDental Eaglesoft, Dentrix, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Perform chairside assisting with aseptic technique, vital signs measurement, and maintaining a sterile environment to prevent infection.
• Educate patients on oral health practices and post-treatment care instructions in a clear, friendly manner.
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments with the dental receptionist and managing medical documentation and coding for insurance claims.

Skills

• Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including four-handed dentistry and chairside support.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control protocols, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry.
• Experience with EMR systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix for accurate record keeping and medical documentation.
• Ability to operate dental imaging equipment including X-ray machines and 3D scanners confidently.
• Familiarity with HIPAA compliance standards to ensure patient privacy at all times.
• Knowledge of pediatric dentistry practices to effectively assist in treating children with patience and care.
• Excellent communication skills suitable for working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics. Join us to make a difference in patients’ lives by providing compassionate care supported by cutting-edge technology!

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person