Dental Assistant

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Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our clinical operations. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced dentists, assist in a variety of dental procedures, and ensure a smooth, efficient workflow within a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. We are committed to fostering a positive workplace where your skills in dental assisting, infection control, and patient management can thrive. All positions are paid, including internships, emphasizing our dedication to professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Assist dentists during a wide range of procedures including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Take and develop dental X-rays using digital imaging systems such as dental x-ray equipment and 3D scanners while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
• Manage patient flow efficiently by greeting patients, updating medical records, taking vital signs, and ensuring accurate medical documentation within patient management software like Dentrix or Epic.
• Ensure the highest standards of aseptic technique and infection control are maintained throughout all clinical activities in compliance with healthcare infection prevention and control guidelines.
• Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care instructions, and answer questions related to dental procedures or equipment used during treatment.
• Support the dental team with administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and coordinating with the dental receptionist to optimize patient experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in dental assisting within a busy dental clinic environment; familiarity with general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and other specialties is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic; experience with patient management software is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, dental instruments processing, sterilization procedures, and infection prevention protocols.
• Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, dental sterilizers, and other clinical tools confidently and safely.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively while maintaining professionalism under clinical confidentiality policies.
• Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention standards and aseptic techniques necessary for safe clinical practice.
• Certification in Dental Radiography (X-ray) is required; additional certifications in pediatric dentistry or oral surgery are advantageous.

Join us in making a difference by providing compassionate care with precision and professionalism!

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person