Dental Assistant

Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of providing exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you will support dentists in delivering efficient, comfortable, and high-quality dental treatments. Your expertise will help ensure smooth clinic operations, uphold clinical confidentiality, and promote patient satisfaction. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment dedicated to excellence in dental care.

Responsibilities

• Assist Endodontists during a variety of dental procedures including endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery with precision and professionalism.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations and infection control standards.
• Manage patient records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft, ensuring accurate documentation of medical history, vital signs, and treatment plans.
• Support patients by explaining procedures using clear dental terminology, assisting with chairside assisting, and ensuring their comfort throughout visits.
• Maintain clinical confidentiality policies while handling sensitive medical documentation and medical coding for billing purposes.
• Perform dental instrument processing and sterilization procedures following aseptic technique to uphold the highest standards of infection prevention.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Dental Assistant in a busy dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery procedures.
• Proficiency with EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft or TDO
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to dentistry.
• Knowledge of dental sterilization procedures, infection control practices, and healthcare infection prevention and control expertise.
• Ability to operate dental x-ray machines safely and accurately; experience with medical imaging is preferred.
• Familiarity with dental instruments processing, four-handed dentistry techniques, and aseptic technique standards.
• Excellent communication skills as a dental receptionist when coordinating patient flow and managing medical records.
• Certification in X-ray safety or radiography is highly desirable; ongoing training in pediatric dentistry or endodontics is advantageous.

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a real difference! We are committed to supporting your professional development while fostering a positive work environment that values teamwork, integrity, and excellence in patient care.

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person