Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care! In this energetic position, you will support dentists during clinical procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and clinical confidentiality. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and cared for. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and more.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, supplies, and equipment, ensuring all tools are sterilized according to infection prevention management protocols.
- Assist dentists chairside during various procedures including X-ray imaging, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
- Take and develop dental X-rays using dental x-ray equipment and 3D scanners while maintaining proper aseptic techniques.
- Manage patient records accurately within electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Provide patient care by explaining procedures, taking vital signs, and ensuring comfort throughout treatment.
- Support patient management software to schedule appointments, update medical documentation, and facilitate effective patient flow.
- Maintain dental instrument processing routines and sterilization procedures to uphold infection prevention standards.
- Collaborate with the dental team in four-handed dentistry practices to optimize efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Assist with dental equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure smooth clinical operations.
- Educate patients on oral health care practices and post-treatment instructions tailored to their needs.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic setting; experience in pediatric dentistry is a plus.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and dental assisting techniques.
- Proficiency with EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft; familiarity with patient management software is preferred.
- Skilled in dental x-ray procedures and operation of dental imaging equipment including 3D scanners.
- Strong understanding of infection control protocols including dental sterilization procedures and healthcare infection prevention standards.
- Ability to perform chairside assisting with competence in four-handed dentistry techniques.
- Excellent communication skills for effective patient management and team collaboration.
- Certification in X-ray operation (if applicable) and ongoing commitment to continuing education in general dentistry practices.
Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing top-tier dental care while advancing your professional skills in a vibrant environment!
Pay: Up to $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
