Dental Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your energetic and motivated approach will help create a welcoming environment for patients and support the delivery of exceptional dental care. In this vital role, you will assist dentists during procedures, manage patient records, and ensure the clinic operates smoothly. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will contribute to a positive patient experience and the overall success of our practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly in accordance with infection control protocols.
• Assist dentists during various procedures such as restorations, extractions, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, providing chairside support with precision and care.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-ray) while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations and safety standards.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of medical documentation.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and dental terminology to enhance understanding and comfort.
• Support administrative duties including scheduling appointments as a dental receptionist, verifying insurance information, and maintaining medical records in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Assist with advanced imaging procedures such as 3D scanning and medical imaging when necessary for comprehensive treatment planning.

Requirements

• Proven experience working in a dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry procedures and terminology.
• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, with familiarity in managing medical records and documentation.
• Strong understanding of infection control practices, aseptic technique, anatomy knowledge, and sterilization procedures.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting with expertise in four-handed dentistry techniques for efficiency and patient comfort.
• Experience with X-ray techniques, vital signs measurement, medical coding, and pediatric dentistry is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and data security at all times.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members including dental receptionists, hygienists, specialists like prosthodontists or endodontists, and patients of all ages. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a real difference! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values your growth while delivering outstanding dental care to our community.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Flower Mound, TX 75022 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person