Dental Assistant

Job Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly contribute to providing exceptional patient care and maintaining a smooth, efficient clinic environment. In this vital role, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and clinical confidentiality. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming atmosphere for patients of all ages, including pediatric dentistry cases. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced healthcare setting dedicated to oral health excellence.

Duties

• Assist dentists during various procedures such as oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and general dentistry, ensuring all instruments and materials are prepared and sterilized according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Take high-quality dental x-rays and utilize advanced medical imaging tools like 3D scanners to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft, ensuring all documentation complies with HIPAA regulations and clinical confidentiality policies.
• Perform chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize workflow efficiency and patient comfort.
• Conduct dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, and maintain dental equipment to uphold the highest standards of infection control and aseptic technique.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with patient management software to ensure comprehensive patient care from check-in through treatment completion.
• Support the dental receptionist by managing appointment scheduling, patient management, and providing excellent customer service in a busy dental clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic setting; pediatric dentistry experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with EMR systems such as Dentrix ; familiarity with patient management software is preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to oral health care.
• Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools with precision.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention management, dental sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control expertise.
• Excellent communication skills for effective patient care coordination and team collaboration.
• Certification in dental assisting or equivalent training; additional certifications in radiography or oral surgery are advantageous.
• Ability to maintain clinical confidentiality policies while managing sensitive medical documentation and records.

Join us in delivering outstanding dental care through your skillful assistance and compassionate approach! This is a paid position committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a positive environment dedicated to health excellence.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person