Registered Dental Assistant

Job Overview

Join our dynamic dental team! We are looking for a Friday Assistant to join our office. As a Dental Assistant you will become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this role, you will support our wonderful dentist in providing comprehensive dental treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth clinical workflow. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel cared for and confident in their dental experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a patient-centered setting working with a dentist that patients really like and respect while also making a positive impact on oral health. This is a job that you will enjoy!

Dental Assistant Duties

• Assist the dentist by providing chairside assistance during procedures.
• Greet and seat patients and take and record vital signs of patients and take requested x-rays.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems, ensuring accurate documentation of medical history, vital signs, and treatment details.
• Follow clinical confidentiality policies while handling sensitive medical documentation and maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Prepare the set up and breakdown of treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments and equipment and assist with sterilization area for smooth flow.
• Educate patients on oral health care practices, post-treatment instructions, and preventive measures to promote long-term dental wellness.
• Occasionally support front staff by scheduling 6 month patient appointments.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry procedures.
• Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, expert level prophy and polishing skills, dental instrument processing, and infection control practices.
• Familiarity with dental equipment such as dental sterilization devices, X-ray machines, intraoral cameras, and 3D scanners.
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry.
• Experience using patient management software for records and scheduling.
• Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention protocols and sterilization procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages.
• Certification in Dental Radiography (X-ray)
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Practicing four-handed dentistry techniques for efficiency.

Join us to be part of a team dedicated to improving smiles every day! We are committed to fostering a positive work environment focused on excellence in patient care. This is a paid position that recognizes your skills and enthusiasm.

Please apply today to start your career with a great team that cares about the work that we do.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dental Assistant certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 9.5 per week

Work Location: In person