Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care! In this energetic and rewarding position, you will support dentists during clinical procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and sterilization.
Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a comfortable environment for patients while maintaining efficient practice operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced dental setting, contributing to the health and confidence of our patients.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists chairside during a variety of dental procedures, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry
- Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, materials, and equipment ensuring proper sterilization and aseptic techniques in accordance with infection prevention management policies
- Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans using advanced medical imaging technology while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy
- Manage patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems ensuring accurate documentation of medical and dental history, vital signs, and treatment notes
- Educate patients on oral health care practices and post-treatment instructions to promote ongoing dental wellness
- Maintain dental equipment, including sterilization procedures for instruments and operation of dental tools like intraoral cameras and dental x-ray machines
Skills
- Proficiency with xrays, impressions and all dental procedures
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality of patient information at all times
- Experience with dental sterilization procedures, infection control protocols, and aseptic techniques to uphold clinical safety standards
- Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other diagnostic tools effectively
- Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and clinical procedures across various specialties like pediatric dentistry and oral surgery
- Excellent patient management skills with a focus on providing compassionate care in pediatric or general dentistry settings
Candidates who are bi-lingual and able to communicate in Spanish are highly encouraged to apply.
Must have at least 2 years of proven dental assisting experience with strong knowledge of all dental procedures.
Our office is a great place to advance your skills, with providers who understand the importance of training and coaching to expand your dental assisting experience.
If you are looking for a place you can grow your career, in a welcoming and friendly environment, we would love to talk to you!
Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
