Company Overview
Mayo Dental is dedicated to providing high-quality, aesthetic, and enduring dental care through a team of highly trained professionals and the latest dental technology. Our practice emphasizes personalized, friendly, and professional service within a comfortable environment, serving patients in the area.
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Registered Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in clinical dentistry, excellent patient management skills, and proficiency with dental technology. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to exceptional patient care while working in a supportive and innovative practice.
Duties
- Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all dental equipment is functioning properly in accordance with infection prevention management protocols.
- Take and develop dental X-rays while adhering to dental sterilization procedures and radiation safety standards.
- Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Perform chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency and patient comfort.
- Provide patient care by taking vital signs, explaining procedures, and addressing concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Maintain clinical confidentiality policies while managing medical documentation and ensuring compliance with healthcare infection prevention and control standards.
Requirements
- Valid certification as a Registered Dental Assistant with current licensure.
- Proven experience working in general dentistry or pediatric dentistry environments.
- Proficiency with dental software such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar patient management systems.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical terminology relevant to dental procedures.
- Experience with dental x-ray techniques and proficiency in using dental instruments and equipment.
- Familiarity with infection control practices including aseptic technique and sterilization procedures.
- Strong understanding of healthcare infection prevention policies, medical documentation standards, and clinical confidentiality requirements.
Join our team to deliver outstanding dental care through your expertise in clinical assisting, patient management, and technical proficiency. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where your skills contribute directly to improving our patients’ oral health and overall well-being.
Pay: $26.68 - $35.13 per hour
Work Location: In person
