Dental Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you will support dentists in providing top-quality treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth clinical workflow. Your expertise in dental procedures, patient care, and administrative tasks will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to excellence.

Duties

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Prepare treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials, ensuring all equipment is sterilized and ready for use following strict infection control protocols.
• Take and develop dental X-rays, including 3D scans, while maintaining proper safety measures and adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Manage electronic medical records using EMR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic to document treatment details accurately and efficiently.
• Support patients by explaining procedures, taking vital signs, and ensuring their comfort throughout visits.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment by following aseptic techniques and infection control standards.
• Collaborate with the dental team as a four-handed dentistry partner to enhance efficiency during procedures.
• Assist with medical documentation and coding related to dental procedures to ensure accurate recordkeeping and billing.
• Support the dental receptionist in scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, and handling administrative duties related to medical records.

Requirements

• Proven experience working in a dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry practices.
• Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, taking X-rays, and vital signs measurement.
• Familiarity with EMR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic for managing medical records and documentation.
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to perform medical imaging procedures including X-ray and 3D scanning with precision and safety awareness.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Experience supporting pediatric dentistry is highly desirable; familiarity with pediatric-specific procedures is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients of all ages and coordinate seamlessly with the dental team. Join us today to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care and technical excellence!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person