Dental Assistant

Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering a lifetime of great dental care! In this role, you will support dentists, hygienists, and other assistants in providing top-quality patient care, ensuring smooth clinical operations, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Your expertise in dental procedures, patient communication, and infection control will help create positive experiences for every patient. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced setting, while caring for patients of all ages.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly using aseptic techniques
• Take and develop dental X-rays and medical imaging to aid in accurate diagnoses while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy
• Assist dentist as needed for various procedures as related to general dentistry.
• Manage electronic medical records via Dentrix to document patient information, treatment plans, and medical history accurately
• Support dental reception activities by scheduling appointments, updating patient records, and managing insurance claims using medical coding standards
• Monitor vital signs and assist with chairside assisting to ensure patient comfort throughout procedures
• Maintain infection control protocols and ensure the dental clinic adheres to all OSHA standards for safety and cleanliness

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry procedures
• Familiarity with EMR systems like Dentrix or Eaglesoft
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry and pediatrics
• Certification in X-ray techniques and experience with 3D scanners preferred for advanced imaging procedures
• Knowledge of infection control practices, aseptic technique, and sterilization processes necessary for maintaining a safe clinical environment
• Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently during various dental treatments including prosthodontics and endodontics
• Excellent communication skills as a dental receptionist or in patient interaction roles are highly valued
• Commitment to ongoing learning about HIPAA compliance, medical coding, pediatric dentistry practices, and emerging dental technologies

If you enjoy helping others, working in a fast-paced environment, and being part of a supportive team, we would love to meet you.

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person