Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly contribute to delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining a smooth, efficient clinical environment. In this vital role, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure all clinical operations adhere to strict infection control and confidentiality standards. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming atmosphere for patients while upholding the highest standards of dental practice.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
- Prepare treatment rooms with the necessary dental instruments, materials, and equipment, ensuring all tools are properly sterilized and ready for use.
- Take and develop dental X-rays using advanced imaging technology such as 3D scanners and dental X-ray machines while following infection prevention protocols.
- Manage patient records accurately within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems like Dentrix or Eaglesoft, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Educate patients on oral health care practices and post-treatment instructions to promote ongoing dental wellness.
- Maintain the cleanliness and sterilization of dental instruments following strict infection control procedures and aseptic techniques.
- Support patient management by scheduling appointments, updating medical histories, taking vital signs, and managing patient flow efficiently.
- Assist with dental equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure optimal operation during clinical procedures.
Experience
- Proven experience working in a fast-paced dental clinic environment with familiarity in general dentistry or specialty areas such as pediatric dentistry or oral surgery.
- Hands-on knowledge of dental assisting techniques including four-handed dentistry and chairside assisting.
- Proficiency in using dental software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft for medical documentation and patient management.
- Strong understanding of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to oral health care.
- Experience with medical imaging equipment including X-ray machines and 3D scanners is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of infection prevention management, dental sterilization procedures, and healthcare infection control standards is essential.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages while demonstrating professionalism and empathy.
- Certification in Dental Assisting or equivalent training is preferred; ongoing education in areas like endodontics or prosthodontics is a plus.
Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to providing outstanding patient care through professionalism, compassion, and technical excellence!
Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you confident and comfortable taking intraoral x-rays? (BWs & PAs)
- Are you confident and comfortable taking alginate impressions?
- Are you confident and comfortable making temporary/provisional crowns?
- Are you confident and comfortable with dental instruments?
- Are you confident and comfortable taking tooth numbers and surfaces?
- Are you confident and comfortable assisting chairside?
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
