Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly contribute to providing exceptional patient care and maintaining a smooth clinical workflow. In this vital role, you will support dentists in delivering high-quality dental treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and upholding the highest standards of infection control. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment for all patients while adhering to clinical confidentiality policies and healthcare regulations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly in accordance with dental sterilization procedures and infection prevention management protocols.
- Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, using four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize efficiency.
- Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans, ensuring proper positioning and safety measures are followed according to dental x-ray safety standards.
- Manage patient records by updating medical documentation, medical records, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for confidentiality.
- Provide patient care by taking vital signs, explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring patient comfort throughout their visit.
- Operate dental equipment such as intraoral cameras, digital radiography systems, and patient management software like Eaglesoft or Dentrix to streamline clinical workflows.
- Support the dental reception team by managing appointment scheduling through patient management software and assisting with administrative tasks as needed.
Experience
- Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting with a solid understanding of general dentistry procedures.
- Proficiency in EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, dental terminology, and anatomy relevant to oral health care.
- Hands-on experience with dental instrument processing, sterilization techniques, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
- Familiarity with pediatric dentistry practices and oral surgery procedures enhances your ability to support diverse patient needs.
- Ability to accurately perform dental x-ray imaging while adhering to safety protocols for radiation exposure.
- Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with the dental team and providing excellent patient management.
Join us in delivering outstanding dental care through your dedication to clinical excellence and compassionate patient service!
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
