Dental Assistant

Overview Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant with ortho experience and become a vital part of delivering exceptional patient care! In this energetic role, you will support orthodontic procedures and general dentistry services, ensuring smooth operations and a positive patient experience. Your expertise in dental assisting, combined with ortho knowledge, will help us provide top-tier treatment while maintaining a welcoming environment. This paid position offers opportunities for growth, skill development, and meaningful contributions to our patients’ smiles. Responsibilities Assist the orthodontist and general dentists during procedures such as bracket placement, wire adjustments, and appliance fittings using four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency. Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary supplies, and ensuring adherence to infection control protocols including aseptic technique. Take and develop dental X-rays, including panoramic ensuring proper positioning and image quality for accurate diagnosis. Manage patient records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Eaglesoft, documenting treatment details accurately while complying with HIPAA regulations for patient privacy. Provide chairside assistance by explaining procedures to patients, taking vital signs, and ensuring their comfort throughout visits. Support the dental receptionist by scheduling appointments, updating medical documentation, and managing medical records with precision. Maintain a clean and organized clinic environment, adhering to infection control standards and ensuring all equipment is properly maintained. Skills Proficiency in dental assisting techniques with specific experience in orthodontics (ortho) procedures. Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry. Experience operating dental imaging equipment including X-ray machines and 3D scanners for comprehensive diagnostics. Familiarity with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft for efficient record-keeping and appointment management. Understanding of infection control practices, aseptic technique, and sterilization processes to ensure patient safety. Ability to perform vital signs assessment and assist with pediatric dentistry when needed. Knowledge of medical coding and documentation standards aligned with HIPAA compliance for confidentiality. Join us in making a difference by combining your passion for dental health with your ortho expertise! We’re dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where your skills are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to help patients achieve confident smiles while advancing your career in a vibrant dental practice!

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Panoramic imaging • Patient comfort • Oral hygiene • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • Maintaining an organized workspace • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Pre-examination patient preparation • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Disability insurance • Medical coding guidelines • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Patient service • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Electronic health record (EHR) management for billing and coding • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Vision insurance • In-person • Clean workspace maintenance • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Managing patient records • Life insurance • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Office record organization