Dental Assistant/Sterilization Tech

We are looking for our next great Dental Assistant to join our team! This is a great entry level position for a dental assistant looking to build their confidence in a second restorative operatory and learning the details of digital dentistry and CEREC .

We are a privately owned, non-DSO practice that is patient focused rather than production focused. Technical skills are valued, but more importantly we are looking for a team member that fits in with the team and enjoys putting their focus on the patient.

Please read our patient reviews on Google before reaching out and if it sounds like a place you would like to work, we look forward to speaking with you.

Duties:

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
• Take and develop dental x-rays and medical imaging
• Maintain patient records using electronic health record systems such as Epic or Eaglesoft
• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
• Perform basic laboratory tasks such as pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns
• Assist with dental emergencies and provide first aid as needed

Qualifications:

• Dental assisting training required
• Knowledge of dental anatomy, terminology, and procedures
• Familiarity with dental software systems such as Epic or Eaglesoft
• Proficient in taking dental x-rays and medical imaging
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations and patient privacy guidelines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person