Dental Assistant

Job Summary

We are looking for a dental assistant to join the team at our awesome office! No corporate feelings, we work as a team, you matter to us here. Experience and x-ray certification are a must. Expanded functions and previous use of Eaglesoft are a plus. We are a family oriented office that provides services covering all aspects of dentistry. Position is Monday - Friday, light Friday hours. Salary based on experience.

Duties

• Assist dentists during examinations and procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment according to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Take dental x-rays, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Record patient medical histories, vital signs, and other relevant medical documentation accurately.
• Manage patient records using Eaglesoft, ensuring adherence to HIPAA regulations.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing medical records when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dental office to ensure a welcoming atmosphere for patients.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar role within a dental office setting.
• Proficiency in using EMR systems, particularly Dentrix or Eaglesoft.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and procedures.
• Experience with medical imaging techniques and 3D scanners is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of infection control practices and aseptic techniques.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients of all ages.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Certification in CPR.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Diagnostic imaging equipment • CPR Certification • Customer communication • Paid training • Oral hygiene • Medical chart preparation • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Equipment safety procedures • Vital signs • Maintaining an organized workspace • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Achieving HIPAA compliance • Image acquisition for patient care • Safety regulations • BLS Certification • HIPAA • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Dentrix • On-the-job training • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Patient care • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • In-person • Clean workspace maintenance • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • EFDA Certification • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling