Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our dental professionals. In this energetic and fast-paced environment, you will assist with clinical procedures, manage patient records, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and sterilization. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming atmosphere where patients feel comfortable and cared for from their first visit to their ongoing dental health journey. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and more.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental equipment, and ensuring all supplies are ready for procedures.
• Assist dentists during a variety of treatments including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry by providing chairside support.
• Take high-quality dental x-rays and operate medical imaging equipment while adhering to all safety protocols.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide patient care by taking vital signs, explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring patient comfort throughout visits.
• Follow strict infection prevention management practices including aseptic technique and dental sterilization procedures to maintain a safe clinical environment.
• Support the dental reception area by managing patient scheduling, verifying insurance information, and handling medical documentation with professionalism.
• Maintain dental instruments and equipment including 3D scanners, dental chairs, and other clinical tools to ensure optimal functionality.
• Uphold clinical confidentiality policies while managing sensitive medical records and documentation in accordance with healthcare standards.

Experience

• Previous experience working in a dental clinic setting is preferred but not required; training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Familiarity with dental terminology, medical terminology, and general dentistry procedures is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with dental x-ray techniques, dental sterilization procedures, infection control protocols, and aseptic technique is advantageous.
• Knowledge of EMR systems such as Dentrix enhances efficiency in managing patient information.
• Strong understanding of pediatric dentistry practices is a plus for supporting young patients effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment practicing four-handed dentistry techniques is beneficial.
• Certification or training in medical imaging or healthcare infection prevention is an asset but not mandatory; ongoing professional development is encouraged.

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly impact patients’ smiles! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values your growth as a Dental Assistant—where every day brings new opportunities to learn, support your colleagues, and make a difference in our patients’ lives.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Oral hygiene • Dental office • Patient question and concern management • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Pre-examination patient preparation • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Oral surgery assistance experience • Dental insurance • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Infection Control Certification • Dental insurance • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Endodontics • Dentrix • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • 3D scanner • In-person • Employee discount • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Radiology • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Under 1 year • Dental clinic experience