Registered Dental Assistant

Job Summary
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 dental office. This position involves assisting dentists during procedures, managing patient records, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. A strong understanding of medical terminology and dental procedures is essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during various dental procedures, including examinations, fillings, and extractions.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
• Manage patient records, including medical documentation and medical records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Utilize dental technology such as 3D scanners to assist in diagnostics and treatment planning.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
• Schedule appointments and manage the front desk duties as needed, including acting as a dental receptionist.
• Maintain knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology relevant to dentistry.
• Support specialized areas such as endodontics and pediatrics when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
• Proficiency in medical documentation and managing medical records.
• Familiarity with dental software systems such as Epic is a plus.
• Strong understanding of dental assisting practices, including knowledge of endodontics and pediatric dentistry.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients and staff.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment while also being self-motivated.

Join our team to make a positive impact on our patients' oral health while advancing your career in the dental field!

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Direct patient care • Customer communication • Oral hygiene • Anatomy knowledge • Teamwork • Dental office • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Dental receptionist • Maintaining patient confidentiality • Service scheduling • Working with pediatric populations • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Operating room preparation • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental terminology • Treatment planning support • Endodontics • Attention to detail • Registered Dental Assistant • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Health record tracking • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Digital dental impression taking • Patient interaction • Medical assisting • Patient counseling • In-person • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Office record organization