Experience Dental Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and Experience Dental Assistant to join our dental team with a minimum of two (2) years experience. In this role, you will provide exceptional chairside assistance, ensure smooth clinic operations, and deliver outstanding patient care. Your expertise in dental procedures, patient management, and infection control will contribute to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive setting dedicated to excellence in general and specialized dentistry services.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring all instruments and materials are prepared and sterilized according to infection prevention protocols.
• Operate dental equipment such as X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and digital imaging systems while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards and clinical confidentiality policies.
• Take and develop dental X-rays, ensuring high-quality images for accurate diagnosis while following radiation safety guidelines.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems like Carestack or similar platforms, ensuring accurate documentation of medical history, treatment plans, and procedural notes.
• Perform patient management duties including taking vital signs, medical history updates, and explaining procedures to ensure patient comfort and understanding.
• Maintain clinical cleanliness by processing dental instruments, sterilizing equipment according to dental sterilization procedures, and managing infection control practices with aseptic techniques.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of dental terminology, clinical procedures, and anatomy relevant to general dentistry and specialized fields like oral surgery.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Experience with dental x-ray techniques including intraoral and extraoral imaging.
• Skilled in chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency during procedures.
• Ability to operate dental instruments safely while maintaining infection prevention management standards.
• Knowledge of healthcare infection control practices including aseptic technique and sterilization protocols.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex procedures clearly using medical terminology suitable for patients of all ages.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.

Join our team as an Dental Assistant if you’re passionate about delivering top-tier patient care in a vibrant setting!

Pay: From $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person