Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of providing exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you will support dentists in delivering high-quality treatments, ensure smooth clinic operations, and create a welcoming environment for patients. Your expertise in clinical procedures, patient management, and infection control will help us maintain the highest standards of dental care. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to improving smiles and oral health.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Prepare and organize instruments, equipment, and materials needed for patient procedures.
- Ensure treatment rooms are properly set up and cleaned before and after each patient.
- Anticipate the dentist’s needs during procedures to maintain efficient workflow.
- Prepare patients for treatment and ensure comfort during procedures.
- Provide post-treatment instructions to patients as directed by the dentist.
- Follow all sterilization and infection control protocols.
- Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment according to clinic standards.
- Take dental X-rays when authorized and following proper safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with clinical charting.
- Monitor dental supplies and notify management when inventory is low.
- Assist with organizing and maintaining clinical inventory.
Skills
- Proven experience working as a Dental Assistant in a busy dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry procedures preferred
- Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, dental terminology, infection control practices, and anatomy knowledge.
- Familiarity with EMR systems like Dentrix
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
- Strong understanding of pediatric dentistry practices and experience supporting pediatric patients is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members including dental receptionists and specialists in prosthodontics or endodontics.
Compliance & Safety
Follow all clinic policies and procedures and maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and applicable state dental regulations. Ensure patient confidentiality and proper handling of all patient records.
Professional Conduct
Dental Assistants are expected to demonstrate professionalism, reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail. Maintaining a respectful environment and supporting both patients and team members is essential to clinic success.
Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding dental care! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their skills while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate service and technical excellence. All positions are paid roles that support your career development in the vibrant field of dentistry!
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
