Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Dental Specialist, where your expertise will elevate patient care and clinical excellence. In this vital role, you will provide specialized dental services, support comprehensive treatment plans, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and patient safety. Your skills in dental procedures, patient management, and clinical documentation will contribute to creating a welcoming environment that promotes oral health and well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, collaborative setting dedicated to exceptional dental care.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced dental procedures including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry with precision and compassion.
- Operate and maintain dental equipment such as 3D scanners, X-ray machines, and dental sterilization systems following infection prevention protocols.
- Assist dentists chairside during various treatments by managing dental instruments, taking vital signs, and ensuring patient comfort through four-handed dentistry techniques.
- Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems like Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic to ensure accurate documentation of medical history, dental charts, and treatment plans.
- Conduct dental imaging procedures including X-rays and medical imaging while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Support the dental reception process by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information through medical coding systems, and managing patient flow efficiently.
- Uphold strict clinical confidentiality policies while maintaining a sterile environment through proper dental instrument processing and sterilization procedures.
Requirements
- Proven experience in general dentistry with specialized knowledge in pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, or prosthodontics.
- Proficiency in dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dental care.
- Hands-on experience with dental equipment such as X-ray units, 3D scanners, and sterilization tools; familiarity with infection prevention management is essential.
- Strong understanding of healthcare infection prevention and control practices including aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Ability to operate patient management software like Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic efficiently for scheduling and documentation purposes.
- Knowledge of dental sterilization procedures and clinical confidentiality policies to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with team members including dental assistants and reception staff; ability to explain procedures clearly to patients.
Join us in delivering outstanding dental care that transforms smiles! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training in the latest clinical techniques and technology while fostering a positive work environment dedicated to excellence in patient service. This is a paid position designed for passionate professionals eager to advance their career in a vibrant healthcare setting focused on comprehensive oral health solutions.
Pay: $10,000.00 - $20,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
