Dental Assistant

Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our clinical operations. In this energetic role, you will assist dentists during procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and clinical confidentiality. Your expertise will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and cared for, while maintaining efficient clinic workflows. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, supplies, and equipment, ensuring all tools are sterilized and ready for use according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Assist dentists during various procedures including pediatric dentistry by providing chairside support and managing dental instruments efficiently.
• Take dental x-rays using advanced imaging technology such as 3D scanners while adhering to dental x-ray safety standards.
• Manage patient records accurately within electronic medical records (EMR) systems like Eaglesoft ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for clinical confidentiality policies.
• Perform vital signs assessments and document medical documentation to support comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment instructions, and answer questions about dental terminology or procedures to enhance their understanding and comfort.
• Maintain dental equipment functionality, perform dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, and ensure aseptic technique throughout all clinical activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic environment with knowledge of Pediatric dentistry procedures.
• Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including four-handed dentistry and chairside assisting.
• Familiarity with dental equipment such as X-ray machines, sterilizers, and 3D scanners; experience with dental x-ray is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of infection control practices and healthcare infection prevention and control expertise.
• Ability to operate patient management software like Eaglesoft effectively.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy relevant to dentistry, and pediatric dentistry is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage patient care professionally while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.

This position is designed for motivated individuals eager to contribute their skills in a vibrant healthcare setting dedicated to excellence in dental care!

Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time

Application Question(s):

• What is your expected pay rate?

Experience:

• Pediatric dentistry: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person