Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care! In this energetic and fast-paced position, you will support dentists by preparing treatment areas, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patients feel comfortable and informed. Your expertise will help streamline clinic operations, maintain high standards of infection control, and contribute to a welcoming environment where patients receive top-quality dental care. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a collaborative setting dedicated to health and smile transformation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is ready for procedures
- Assist dentists during various treatments including restorations, extractions, endodontics, implants and sedation.
- Take dental X-rays while adhering to strict safety protocols and infection control standards
- Manage patient records accurately using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Dentrix .
- ensuring HIPAA compliance at all times
- Provide chairside assistance with four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency and patient comfort
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and treatment plans in a clear, friendly manner
- Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing medical documentation, and coordinating with the dental reception team
Skills
- Proficiency with EMR systems like Dentrix, documentation and record keeping
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques
- Experience with dental imaging including X-ray procedures and 3D scanners for accurate diagnostics
- Familiarity with adult dentistry procedures and caring for young patients in a gentle manner
- Ability to perform vital signs assessment and assist with medical documentation related to general dentistry treatments
- Skilled in chairside assisting across various specialties such as endodontics, prosthodontics, and implant procedures
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality and data security at all times
Join us if you're passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through excellent dental care! We value energetic team players who are eager to learn new skills in a supportive environment. This paid role is perfect for individuals with prior dental clinic experience or those looking to advance their career in the dental field. Your dedication will help create healthier smiles every day!
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Pet insurance
- Prescription drug insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
