Dental Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in clinical assisting, patient care, and dental procedures, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of infection control and patient confidentiality. As a Dental Assistant, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient records, and ensure the smooth operation of daily clinical activities. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to comprehensive dental care in a professional and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental equipment, and ensuring all materials are ready for patient appointments.
• Take X-rays while adhering to radiation safety protocols and infection prevention management policies.
• Manage patient records using Dentrix , ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain strict infection control standards through proper sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques in accordance with healthcare infection prevention guidelines.
• Operate dental equipment including 3D scanners, dental x-ray machines, and other clinical tools while ensuring proper maintenance and safety protocols are followed.
• Collaborate effectively with team members in four-handed dentistry setups to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant for a minimum of 1 year.
• Proficiency with Dentrix for managing dental documentation and records.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and various dental procedures including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Familiarity with dental sterilization procedures, infection prevention management, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools safely and effectively.
• Strong understanding of healthcare infection control policies and clinical confidentiality regulations (HIPAA compliance).
• Excellent communication skills for patient education, team collaboration, and administrative support duties.
• Certification in radiography is preferred.

Join our team as we deliver exceptional dental care through professionalism, precision, and compassion!

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 32.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Teamwork • Dental office • Equipment safety procedures • Prosthodontics • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical equipment operation • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • HIPAA • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Care documentation • Assisting medical staff • Medical 3D scanning • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • X-Ray Certification • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Hospital radiation policies • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Endodontics • Paid time off • Dentrix • Clinical documentation • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Vision insurance • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Patient education • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Radiation protection measures