Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our dental professionals. In this energetic role, you will assist with clinical procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and clinical confidentiality. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and cared for. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to excellence in general and pediatric dentistry.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments, setting up necessary equipment, and ensuring all tools are ready for procedures.
• Assist dentists during a variety of treatments including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry with chairside support.
• Take and develop dental X-ray images while adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and infection prevention management.
• Manage patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic, ensuring accurate medical documentation and coding.
• Collect vital signs, medical history information, and ensure patient comfort throughout their visit while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
• Educate patients on oral health care practices, post-treatment instructions, and answer questions about procedures or dental terminology.
• Maintain dental equipment including 3D scanners and dental sterilization procedures to uphold infection control standards in accordance with healthcare infection prevention policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry procedures.
• Familiarity with EMR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic; experience with patient management software is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dental care.
• Certification in dental assisting or relevant training that includes chairside assisting, dental instrument processing, and aseptic technique.
• Ability to perform X-ray procedures accurately while following radiation safety guidelines; experience with dental x-ray equipment is desirable.
• Knowledge of infection prevention management including sterilization procedures and healthcare infection control expertise.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members including dental receptionists and other healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to clinical confidentiality policies and maintaining high standards of patient care at all times.

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a real difference! We are dedicated to fostering a positive work environment that values your professional growth while providing comprehensive training opportunities in pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and more. Join us today to be part of an energetic team committed to delivering outstanding dental care!

Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person