XRay certified dental assistant

Job Overview

Join our dental care team as an X-ray certified dental assistant and help patients feel informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their visits. You’ll provide chairside assistance, capture dental X-rays within your certification and applicable requirements, and keep clinical workflows organized. This role may support general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and dental equipment; process instruments using dental sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and infection control practices.
• Assist chairside using four-handed dentistry techniques; support patient care, vital signs collection, and use of a 3D scanner as needed.
• Capture dental X-rays and other medical imaging as authorized, following safety procedures and clinical direction.
• Update medical records and medical documentation in patient management software, including EMR (electronic medical record) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix.
• Support patient management and dental receptionist tasks while protecting privacy under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and clinical confidentiality policies.

Your impact: Accurate imaging and attentive chairside support help clinicians make informed decisions and help patients feel more at ease.

Qualifications

• Required: Current X-ray certification or authorization applicable to the role and location; dental assisting experience in a dental clinic.
• Knowledge of dental and medical terminology, anatomy, dental instruments, and dental equipment.
• Familiarity with infection prevention management and healthcare infection prevention and control expertise, including dental instrument processing.
• Experience with patient care, medical records, and EMR systems; Eaglesoft or Dentrix experience is preferred.
• Clear communication, careful documentation, and a patient-focused approach to general dentistry and specialty care.

Pay: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person