Dental Assistant

Job Overview

MUST HAVE 2 YEARS Dental Assistant Experience! We are currently seeking a dedicated person to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care while assisting the dentist during various procedures. This position requires a strong understanding of dental terminology, infection control protocols, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) while adhering to safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and patient records using electronic health record systems such as Dentrix.
• Support pediatric patients with care tailored to their needs.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
• Adhere to aseptic techniques and infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assist in endodontic procedures by preparing materials and instruments as required.
• Perform administrative tasks including scheduling appointments and managing patient flow as a dental receptionist when needed.

Qualifications

MUST HAVE 2 YEARS Dental Assistant Experience!

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in medical documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Familiarity with medical imaging techniques is advantageous.
• Understanding of aseptic technique and infection control standards in a clinical setting.

Join our team and contribute to creating healthy smiles in a supportive environment! Reach out today to set up an interview. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Ability to Commute:

• Saint George, UT 84770 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint George, UT 84770: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • Working with pediatric populations • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Endodontics • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Dentrix • Pediatrics • Health record tracking • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Operating medical imaging equipment • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Office record organization