Dental Assistant

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of our clinic. As a Dental Assistant, you will assist the dentist during procedures, manage patient records, and maintain a clean and organized work environment. This position requires a strong understanding of dental terminology, procedures, and patient management.

Duties

• Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Prepare and maintain the treatment area, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
• Take and develop dental X-rays while adhering to safety standards.
• Manage patient records using EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft.
• Provide chairside assistance during various dental procedures, including general dentistry, prosthodontics.
• Monitor vital signs and assist in medical imaging as required.
• Educate patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices.
• Maintain inventory of dental supplies and equipment; ensure proper sterilization of instruments.
• Collaborate with the dental receptionist to schedule appointments and manage patient flow.

Skills

• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality.
• Familiarity with dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and aseptic techniques.
• Experience in chairside assisting and understanding of four-handed dentistry principle.
• Understanding of infection control practices within a dental clinic setting.
• Experience with pediatric dentistry is a plus; knowledge of medical coding is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Join our team to make a positive impact on our patients' oral health while advancing your career in the dental field!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Hurricane, WV 25526 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hurricane, WV 25526: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Customer communication • Oral hygiene • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • Safety regulations • Medical coding • Service scheduling • HIPAA • Full-time • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Dental terminology • Records management • Medical records • Paid time off • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Four handed dentistry • Sterile processing inventory management • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • In-person • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Equipment inventory management • Managing patient records • Radiology • Surface decontamination • Communication skills • Entry level