PT Dental Assistant

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated DA to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our dental team and ensuring a positive experience for our patients. This position requires a strong understanding of general dentistry practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Assist the dentist during various procedures, including general dentistry, Invisalign, and simple surgeries.
• Prepare and maintain the dental operatory, ensuring all instruments are sterile and ready for use.
• Perform infection control procedures in accordance with established protocols.
• Take patient medical histories and record vital signs.
• Provide chairside assistance during examinations and treatments.
• Utilize Dentrix software for patient management, scheduling, and record keeping.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
• Handle administrative tasks such as managing appointments and answering patient inquiries.

Experience
Candidates should possess the following skills and experience:

• Proficiency in general dentistry practices, with knowledge of dental terminology.
• Familiarity with Dentrix or similar dental practice management software.
• Understanding of infection control measures
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients and team members.

Join our team to help create beautiful smiles while advancing your career in the dental field! Send a copy of resume and we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Ability to Commute:

• Seattle, WA 98103 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Record keeping • Customer communication • Patient scheduling systems • Dental office • Patient question and concern management • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • General dentistry • Preparing dental treatment areas • Pre-examination patient preparation • Dental receptionist • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Dentrix • Patient care • Health record tracking • Medical assisting • Vision insurance • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • In-person • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling