Dental Assistant

Overview

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll help patients feel informed and comfortable while supporting efficient, high-quality care. You’ll prepare treatment rooms, assist clinicians during procedures, maintain accurate records, and follow infection prevention and confidentiality practices. Your impact: Careful chairside support and clear patient communication help patients receive attentive care and enable clinicians to focus on treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assisting for general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery procedures.
• Prepare and maintain dental equipment, instruments, and treatment areas; perform dental instrument processing and sterilization using infection control and aseptic technique.
• Take dental X-rays and support medical imaging, including use of a 3D scanner, as directed and within applicable requirements.
• Record vital signs, update medical records and documentation, and protect patient information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and clinical confidentiality policies.
• Support patient management and front-desk tasks, including scheduling and reception, as needed.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting or dental clinic experience, with knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and patient management software; experience with Eaglesoft or Dentrix is a plus.
• Understanding of dental sterilization procedures, infection prevention and control, and healthcare infection prevention practices.
• Strong patient care and communication skills, with the ability to support four-handed dentistry and maintain organized, accurate records.

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person