Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the smooth operation of our dental practice. In this energetic position, you will assist dentists during 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 cared for and confident in their dental experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting.
Duties
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and organizing dental instruments and equipment according to infection prevention management protocols.
- Assist dentists during a variety of procedures including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
- Take and develop dental X-rays, ensuring proper positioning and safety measures in line with dental x-ray safety standards.
- Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA policies.
- Monitor vital signs and medical documentation for patients as needed, supporting comprehensive patient care.
- Perform dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, and aseptic techniques to maintain a sterile clinical environment.
- Support patient management by answering questions, scheduling appointments, and assisting with administrative tasks as a dental receptionist when required.
Requirements
- Proven experience working in a dental clinic environment with knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and clinical procedures.
- Proficiency with dental software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft for managing medical records and patient data.
- Familiarity with infection control protocols, including healthcare infection prevention and control expertise and dental sterilization procedures.
- Ability to operate dental X-ray machines safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines; certification preferred.
- Strong understanding of anatomy knowledge relevant to dentistry, including oral cavity structures and medical imaging techniques.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively assist patients of all ages, including pediatric dentistry cases.
- Knowledge of general dentistry practices such as chairside assisting, four-handed dentistry techniques, oral surgery support, endodontics, prosthodontics, and other specialized areas.
- Commitment to maintaining clinical confidentiality policies in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Join us to make a difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care while advancing your career in a vibrant healthcare environment!
Pay: $17.82 - $23.69 per hour
Work Location: In person
