Dental Assistant

Job Summary

• 4 Day week schedule: Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm
• 3 Day weekends
• 401 K plan with 3% employer contribution

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms with the necessary instruments, materials, and supplies for each procedure, ensuring a sterile environment through proper aseptic technique.
• Assist dentists chairside during various dental procedures including restorations, extractions, endodontics and prosthodontics.
• Take dental X-rays using digital imaging systems with X-ray machines including panoramic dental X-rays while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Manage patient records efficiently using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Dentrix, documenting medical history and treatment details accurately.
• Provide excellent patient care by explaining procedures, answering questions about dental terminology, and ensuring comfort throughout visits.
• Support infection control protocols by sterilizing instruments, maintaining cleanliness in the clinic, and following CDC guidelines for aseptic technique.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth clinic operations including scheduling as a dental receptionist when needed and managing medical documentation and records.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person