Dental Surgical Assistant

Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Surgical Assistant to support our dental team in providing comprehensive patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in dental assisting, with expertise in chairside support, infection control, and medical documentation. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic dental clinic environment, assisting with a variety of procedures including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry. The Dental Surgical Assistant will play a vital role in ensuring smooth clinical operations while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments following aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Assist the dentist during various procedures by handing instruments, managing suction, and ensuring patient comfort.
• Take and develop dental X-rays, including 3D scans, while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Manage electronic medical records (EMR systems) such as Eaglesoft, DentrixAscend, and Epic to document treatment details accurately.
• Monitor vital signs and medical imaging as needed to support comprehensive patient assessments.
• Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients, ensuring they understand care procedures.
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments with the dental receptionist and maintaining medical documentation.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, following infection control standards and aseptic techniques at all times.
• Assist with pediatric dentistry procedures by applying specialized knowledge of pediatric dental terminology and anatomy.
• Collaborate effectively with the dental team to ensure efficient four-handed dentistry practices and optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in dental assisting within a clinical setting, preferably with exposure to general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, or pediatric dentistry.
• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic for managing medical records and documentation.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy and medical documentation standards.
• Familiarity with X-ray techniques, medical imaging including 3D scanners, and vital signs monitoring.
• Strong understanding of infection control protocols, aseptic technique, and dental terminology.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently during complex procedures involving medical coding and technical equipment.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients of all ages, especially pediatrics, and coordinating with team members.
• Knowledge of medical terminology relevant to dentistry and general healthcare practices is highly desirable. Join our team as a Dental Surgical Assistant to contribute your expertise in delivering exceptional patient care within a professional and supportive environment!

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Patient monitoring systems • Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • HIPAA compliance • Prosthodontics • Surgery • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • Patient assessment • Medical coding • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Oral surgery assistance • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Endodontics • Paid time off • Healthcare privacy protection • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Perioperative Care • Pediatrics • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Surgical suction device handling • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Medical assisting • In-person • Patient charting • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling