Dental Assistant

Job Overview

Privately owned office with state of art technology focused on providing high-quality care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Our team values professionalism, teamwork, and a positive attitude. We will train the right candidate

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team full-time. The ideal candidate will support the dentist during procedures, ensure patient comfort, and help maintain a clean and organized clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly.
• Assist dentists during a variety of procedures including restorations, extractions, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Take and develop dental X-rays using digital imaging technology such as 3D scanners and medical imaging equipment while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.
• Manage patient records accurately using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Dentrix or Epic, ensuring all medical documentation is complete and up-to-date.
• Provide chairside assistance by handing instruments, suctioning, and maintaining proper aseptic techniques to prevent infection.
• Monitor vital signs and assess patient comfort throughout treatment sessions to ensure a positive experience.
• Support the dental reception area by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and managing patient flow efficiently.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting is highly preferred, especially with general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, or prosthodontics.
• Proficiency with dental software
• Knowledge of infection control protocols and aseptic techniques to maintain a sterile environment.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to dentistry and anatomy knowledge relevant to oral structures.
• Experience with medical imaging tools including X-ray machines and 3D scanners to assist in accurate diagnostics.
• Ability to perform dental assisting duties confidently while demonstrating excellent communication skills with patients of all ages. This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their career in the dental field while making a positive impact on patients’ lives!

Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Teamwork • Dental office • Vital signs • HIPAA compliance • Prosthodontics • Digital imaging • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Oral surgery assistance experience • Dental insurance • HIPAA • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Sterile field contamination management • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Endodontics • Paid time off • Dentrix • Uniform allowance • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • In-person • Clean workspace maintenance • Pediatric dentistry • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Entry level • Dental clinic experience