Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, friendly environment! In this role, you will support dentists during clinical procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and safety. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a comfortable experience for every patient while maintaining efficient clinic operations.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, supplies, and equipment, ensuring all tools are sterilized and ready for use according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Assist dentists chairside during a variety of procedures including X-ray imaging, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry treatments.
• Take and develop dental X-rays using advanced medical imaging technology such as 3D scanners and dental X-ray machines while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Manage patient records accurately within electronic medical record (EMR) systems like OpenDental, ensuring all medical documentation complies with clinical confidentiality policies.
• Monitor vital signs and medical history updates to support comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care instructions, and explain dental terminology clearly to enhance understanding.
• Support administrative duties such as greeting patients as a dental receptionist, scheduling appointments via patient management software, and managing patient flow efficiently.
• Follow strict dental sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques to maintain a safe clinical environment in accordance with healthcare infection prevention and control standards.
• Assist with dental instrument processing, ensuring all tools are properly cleaned, sterilized, and stored for future use.
• Collaborate with the team using four-handed dentistry techniques to improve efficiency during procedures.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting is required; familiarity with general dentistry procedures is essential.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical terminology enhances your ability to assist effectively.
• Hands-on experience with dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, sterilization devices, and other clinical tools is advantageous.
• Proficiency in using dental practice management software such as Opendental is desirable for seamless patient record management.
• Demonstrated understanding of infection control practices specific to healthcare environments is necessary to uphold safety standards.
• Experience assisting in Invisalign or oral surgery environments will be considered a strong asset.
• Certification in dental assisting or related fields is preferred but not mandatory; ongoing training opportunities are available for motivated candidates eager to grow their expertise.

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a real difference! We are committed to fostering a positive work environment that values professionalism, continuous learning, and excellent patient care—apply today to join our dedicated team!

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Profit sharing • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • HIPAA compliance • Prosthodontics • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Patient monitoring • Preparing dental treatment areas • Surgical instrument organization • Image acquisition for patient care • Dental receptionist • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • Oral surgery assistance experience • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Endodontics • Paid time off • Diagnostic instrument sterilization and handling • Intraoral scanners • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Medical equipment cleaning • Operating medical imaging equipment • 401(k) matching • Dental Assisting • In-person • Employee discount • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Oral surgery • Managing patient records • Flexible schedule • Open Dental • Entry level • Dental clinic experience