Dental Assistant

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Location: Sundance Dental Care of Bloomfield

Schedule: Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 5pm

We are looking for a friendly, dependable, and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing team. In this role, you will help deliver an exceptional patient experience while supporting the dentist with a variety of clinical and administrative responsibilities.

If you are passionate about patient care, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and thrive in a fast-paced practice, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Comfort: Welcome and prepare patients for treatments or check-ups, ensuring their comfort and addressing any concerns they may have. Assist with Procedures: Set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed for dental procedures. Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry and ensure the dental room is well-prepared for each procedure. Instrument Sterilization & Safety: Follow proper sterilization procedures and ensure that all dental instruments are sanitized in compliance with health regulations. Lab Tasks & Post-Operative Care: Assist with lab tasks as directed and provide patients with post-operative care instructions. Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, assisting with patient charts, treatment documentation, and payment procedures. Scheduling & Office Support: Assist in scheduling patient appointments and ensuring the office runs smoothly with minimal disruptions. Keep the dental room clean, organized, and well-stocked. Regulated Tasks: Perform non-surgical tasks such as coronal polishing, if certified, and assist with other regulated tasks as allowed by local regulations.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Experience: A minimum of 2 years of dental assisting experience in a clinical setting. Certification: Dental Assistant Certification (CDA or RDA) is required. Additional certifications such as EFDA (Expanded Function Dental Assistant) or Radiology Certifications are a plus. Skills & Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization methods, and infection control protocols. Familiarity with dental procedures and treatments. Understanding of health and safety regulations in a dental office. Experience with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) is highly preferred. Clinical Competence: Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks, such as coronal polishing, and assist with other dental procedures. Communication & Patient Care: Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with patients, providing clear instructions and ensuring their comfort. Organization & Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Team-Oriented: Ability to work effectively in a team environment while providing high-quality patient care.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional Certifications: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA), Radiology Certification, or Dental Hygiene Assistant certification. Language Skills: Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) are a plus but not required.

Benefits:

Competitive Salary 401(k) Matching Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Employee Perks & Discounts

If you are a compassionate and detail-oriented Dental Assistant looking to work in a supportive, patient-focused environment, this is the role for you. Join our team and be part of a practice where your expertise and dedication will make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Patient room cleaning • Patient comfort • Spanish • Patient scheduling systems • Medical chart preparation • Dental office • Patient question and concern management • Maintaining an organized workspace • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Dental receptionist • Safety regulations • Paid holidays • Practice management software • Greeting dental patients • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Chairside coronal polishing • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Registered Dental Assistant • Dentrix • Dental x-ray • Eaglesoft • Perioperative Care • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Stocking • Vision insurance • Monday to Friday • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • EFDA Certification • Managing patient records • 2 years • Polishing • Communication skills • Certified Dental Assistant • Radiology Certification • Post-operative care • Life insurance • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Office record organization