Dental Assistant

Job Summary
Seeking an experienced , friendly dental assistant to join our legacy, family orientated dental practice in New Brighton. Conveniently located off of 694 and 35W. Hours are Monday through Thursday.

Duties

• Assist dentists chairside during examinations and procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and maintaining aseptic technique to uphold infection control standards
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays), ensuring accurate positioning and patient comfort
• Manage patient records using EMR systems like Dentrix while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for medical documentation and medical records confidentiality
• Provide supportive, friendly patient care during procedures
• Coordinate with the dental reception team to schedule appointments when needed
• Maintain a clean and organized clinic environment following infection control protocols and anatomy knowledge to prevent cross-contamination

Skills

• Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, four-handed dentistry, and medical imaging
• Experience with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic for managing medical records and documentation
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and data security
• Ability to perform X-ray procedures accurately while maintaining patient safety
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and infection control procedures
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with dentists, hygienists, reception staff, and patients

Join us in delivering top-tier dental care that transforms smiles! We seek motivated individuals eager to grow their expertise in a supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference. If you thrive in a family orientated setting that values excellent care and attention to each patient. Apply today.

Pay: $24.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person