Dental assistant

Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Assistant, where your skills will directly contribute to providing exceptional patient care and supporting a smooth, efficient clinical environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, patient-centered practice dedicated to promoting oral health and comfort. As a vital member of our team, you will assist with clinical procedures, manage patient interactions, and uphold the highest standards of infection control and confidentiality. Your enthusiasm and professionalism will help create a welcoming atmosphere for all patients, from pediatrics to general dentistry cases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments following strict infection prevention management protocols.
• Assist dentists during various procedures including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, utilizing four-handed dentistry techniques for efficiency.
• Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans, ensuring accurate medical imaging for diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Perform chairside assisting duties including taking vital signs, explaining procedures to patients, and providing post-treatment instructions with clear communication of dental terminology.
• Support patient management by scheduling appointments, updating medical documentation, and managing patient flow to enhance overall clinic experience.
• Maintain dental equipment and ensure all dental sterilization procedures are followed meticulously to uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or equivalent credential required; prior experience in dental assisting preferred.
• Proficiency with dental software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix; familiarity with patient management software is a plus.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and clinical confidentiality policies essential for accurate documentation and patient care.
• Experience with dental x-ray techniques, oral surgery assistance, endodontics procedures, prosthodontics support, and pediatric dentistry is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of infection control practices including aseptic technique and dental sterilization procedures.
• Ability to operate dental equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to healthcare infection prevention standards.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients about treatments and oral health practices effectively.

Join us in making a difference by delivering outstanding dental care in a supportive environment! This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their skills in general dentistry while ensuring every patient receives compassionate and professional service.

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Equipment safety procedures • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Image acquisition for patient care • Medical equipment operation • Dental receptionist • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • HIPAA • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Endodontics • Paid time off • Registered Dental Assistant • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Contract • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Medical assisting • Vision insurance • Patient counseling • In-person • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling