Periodontal Dental Assistant

Periodontal Dental Assistant

Job Summary: The Periodontal Dental Assistant supports the periodontist in providing specialized dental care related to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease and the placement of dental implants. This role involves assisting during surgical procedures, preparing treatment rooms, educating patients, and ensuring a safe and efficient clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for periodontal procedures. Assist the periodontist during surgical and non-surgical periodontal treatments. Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays) as permitted by state regulations. Monitor patient comfort and provide chairside assistance during procedures. Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment according to infection-control standards. Record patient medical histories, treatment notes, and clinical findings. Provide patients with pre-operative and post-operative instructions. Schedule appointments and coordinate patient care. Maintain inventory of dental supplies and order materials as needed. Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and office safety protocols.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a dental assisting program preferred. Current Dental Assistant certification/licensure as required by state law. Radiology certification preferred. CPR certification. Experience in periodontics, oral surgery, or dental assisting preferred.

Required Skills:

Knowledge of periodontal and implant procedures. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting. Attention to detail and organizational skills. Proficiency in dental software and electronic patient records. Understanding of infection control and sterilization procedures. As a Dental Assistant at Sonrava, patient care is your #1 priority and focus. Your ability to value and improve the patient experience will play a major role in the delivery of extraordinary dental care. Dental Assistants are a critical part of our mission because they not only support the patient, but they also provide the doctor with valuable assistance on patient procedures. The Dental Assistant has direct responsibility for the patient’s excellent experience while 'in the chair,' and patient retention overall.

You are unique, and so are we—it’s time you worked with an organization that appreciates you, challenges you, and helps your professional growth with a team of people dedicated to quality, patient care, and leading the industry with innovation.

Periodontal specialty practice or multi-specialty dental office. Direct patient interaction in a clinical setting. Exposure to dental instruments, X-ray equipment, and clinical materials while following established safety procedures. ey Responsibilities:

Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for periodontal procedures. Assist the periodontist during surgical and non-surgical periodontal treatments. Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays) as permitted by state regulations. Monitor patient comfort and provide chairside assistance during procedures. Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment according to infection-control standards. Record patient medical histories, treatment notes, and clinical findings. Provide patients with pre-operative and post-operative instructions. Schedule appointments and coordinate patient care. Maintain inventory of dental supplies and order materials as needed. Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and office safety protocols.